The Animal Clinic of Port Charlotte seeks a Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care for dogs and cats in a full-service practice. You will perform exams, diagnose and treat illness, manage anesthesia and surgery, interpret diagnostics, and develop individualized treatment plans. The role includes client education, clear communication, and collaboration with technicians and support staff. Enjoy a compassionate, client-focused culture with opportunities to expand your clinical skills, contribute to high medical standards, and build long-term relationships with pets and their families. Responsibilities Perform comprehensive wellness and sick-pet examinations for dogs and cats Diagnose and treat medical conditions using evidence-based veterinary medicine Perform soft-tissue surgeries and dental procedures, including extractions and prophylaxis Develop and communicate individualized treatment and preventive care plans Order, interpret, and explain diagnostic tests such as labs and imaging Provide safe anesthesia and analgesia, monitoring patients throughout procedures Educate and counsel clients on pet health, nutrition, behavior, and preventive care Maintain detailed, accurate electronic medical records and treatment notes Collaborate closely with technicians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care Participate in clinic protocols, quality improvement, and continuing education to maintain high medical standards Required Skills Small animal clinical medicine Soft-tissue surgery Veterinary dentistry Diagnostic imaging (X-ray/ultrasound) Laboratory diagnostics Anesthesia and analgesia Electronic medical records (EMR) Client communication and education Preventive care and vaccination protocols Emergency and urgent care triage