Description
The Only Family-Owned Non-Corporate Multi-Specialty Hospital in Jacksonville/St. Augustine.
At ECoVets Veterinary Specialists, located in north St. Augustine, FL, we’ve been building a collaborative, highly skilled, and compassionate team—without the constraints of corporate ownership. We are located in a beautiful, newly built-out facility designed by specialists in the second fastest growing county in the state of Florida (4th fastest in the country).
Our Philosophy
We believe every case should be approached with the same compassion and excellence we’d expect for our own loved ones. That’s why our hospital is built with state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatment tools on a foundation of communication and collaboration. Despite being new, the owners of the hospital have been in the area for many years. We know and cherish the referral relationships, and the community and pets we serve.
We also believe in continuity of care. At ECoVets, we believe the best patient care comes when diagnostics, medical and surgical treatments, and post operative care can be handled under one roof.
Who we seek…
We are seeking a second and even potentially third veterinary surgeon to keep up with our already busy caseload. Applicants may be board-certified veterinary surgeons or veterinary surgery residents. The candidate must be honest, value integrity, possess excellent communication skills, and have a deep commitment to patient well-being. Through these values, the candidate will become integral to the hospital and surrounding community.
Do you enjoy a diverse workload, collaborating alongside other talented specialists (critical care, radiology, neurology, ER)? Do you want to be part of a hospital dedicated to providing the highest standard of care for your patients, while maintaining a work-life balance in a beautiful area of the country? Do you want to be a part of a PRIVATELY and VETERINARIAN OWNED hospital where you make a difference?
What You’ll Find at ECoVets:
- Emphasis on patient care
- Team first approach - we understand that our team members are integral to our success as specialists
- The most equipped ORs and hospital in North Florida/South Georgia. And we arn't just saying that. Please ask.
- A busy surgical caseload with strong referral base
- Brand-new full-sized C-arm (Total hips, minimally invasive fracture repair, tracheal/urethral stenting, swallow studies, etc)
- Stryker arthroscopy/laparoscopy
- 128-slice Siemens Perspective CT
- 1.5T MRI Siemens
- New anesthesia machines equipped with ventilators
- Critical care, neurology, on-site radiology, and internal medicine coming soon
- Advanced ICU suite with dialysis, oxygen cages, ventilation capability, and high-flow oxygen
- Shared and flexible on-call scheduling
- An excited environment with a strong culture of collegiality and specialist support
Our stand alone hospital is newly built, spacious, and designed to deliver the best care in a bright, efficient and modern setting.
What We Offer:
- Operate in a hospital that has it all, with the highest level of pre-op diagnostics to post-op treatments
- Buy-in/ownership and leadership potential for those interested in long term sustained growth
- Opportunity to mold this position into your own
- Highly competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus
- Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
- Diverse caseload
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- A leadership team that listens and supports your goals
- An opportunity to grow into whatever kind of surgery
This position is one in which strong mentorship and managerial support is offered. You will be supported in your quest to become a minimally invasive specialist, a total hip legend, or become the Swiss Army knife of surgeons. Or, all of the above. You have our full support.
Why Northeast Florida?
Live and work in one of the most vibrant, affordable, and beautiful parts of the country. There are many diverse areas in which to live:
- St. Augustine: The oldest city in the U.S., rich with history, stunning beaches, charming streets, and a relaxed pace of life. Just outside of St. Augustine is true-Florida wild natural areas with more space to spread out.
- Jacksonville: Home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, major cultural attractions, booming food and craft beer scenes, an international airport, and endless outdoor activities. Jacksonville is a confluence of many different areas from
- This area fits almost any lifestyle – sportsman/fisherman’s dream, hiking, biking, surfing, kite-surfing, beach going, river skiing/boarding, boating, and more.
- Many areas to live from old historical St. Augustine, to river or beach living. Multiple family friendly master planned facilities within 10 minutes of the hospital (think of getting your groceries, driving to the world-class water park resorts, or heading to restaurants, all in your golf cart).
- This area is full of young professionals with growing families.
- No state income tax and a lower cost of living than many coastal cities
How to apply?
Board-certified veterinary surgeons and veterinary surgery residents can submit their CV +/- cover letter to:
Brett Darrow, DVM, CCRP, DACVS-SA
ECoVets Veterinary Specialists Owner and Surgeon
O: 904-417-8589
E: DrDarrow@ecovetsfl.com
