Practice Serving the Panama City area for over 30 years, the Bay Animal Hospital staff works together as a team to provide our clients and patients the highest standard of veterinary care. Our practice has been voted "Best of the Bay" for 7 consecutive years! Position Purpose Associate DVM Bay Animal Hospital — Panama City Up to $50,000 Sign-On Bonus Voted Best of Bay 7 Years Running — and still growing. Bay Animal Hospital isn’t just a workplace — it’s a veterinary home. For more than 30 years, we’ve cared for Panama City’s pets with skill, heart, and consistency, earning the trust of an established and loyal client base (and seven straight Best of Bay wins to prove it). We’re a close-knit small animal general practice that truly supports one another. Whether you’re a new graduate looking for real mentorship or an experienced DVM ready for a collaborative, positive environment, you’ll find your place here. Our founder, Dr. Ruff, genuinely enjoys mentoring and supporting doctors at every stage of their career. No egos. No sink-or-swim. Just solid medicine, teamwork, and respect. And yes — the location is hard to beat. We’re steps from Watson Bayou, minutes from Panama City Beach, and close to downtown Panama City’s restaurants, boutiques, and waterfront life. Why Bay Animal Hospital Award-Winning Practice – Trusted by the community, year after year Mentorship That Matters – Supportive guidance for new grads and collaboration for seasoned doctors Tight-Knit Team Culture – Friendly, supportive, and genuinely fun to work with Gold-Standard Medicine – Quality care without rushing or cutting corners Work-Life Balance – We respect your time, your family, and your life outside the clinic Coastal Lifestyle Perk – Sunshine, water views, and beach days are part of the package
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree