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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for new grad veterinarian in Boca Raton, FL is $157,080.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,300.00 and $206,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between New Grad Veterinarian vs Associate Veterinarian?

AspectNew Grad VeterinarianAssociate Veterinarian
CredentialsVeterinary Degree, State LicenseVeterinary Degree, State License
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, learning-focusedFull-time, independent, client-facing
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary clinics, hospitals, sheltersVeterinary clinics, hospitals, private practices

New Grad Veterinarian and Associate Veterinarian roles both require a veterinary degree and state licensure. The main difference is experience level: new grads are entry-level, often supervised and still gaining hands-on skills, while associate veterinarians are more experienced, working independently in clinical settings. Both roles are common in veterinary practices, but new grads typically focus on learning and mentorship, whereas associates handle more complex cases and client interactions.

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Infographic showing various New Grad Veterinarian job openings in Boca Raton, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,080 per year, or $75.5 per hour.

Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center - DVM/VMD Extern

VetEvolve

Boynton Beach, FL • On-site

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4.7

Company rating: 4.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center - DVM/VMD Extern

At Colonial Animal Hospital and Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center, caring for pets has always been personal. What began as a neighborhood practice has grown into two connected animal hospitals, but our philosophy remains the same — relationships come first.

We take time to listen, answer questions, and help you feel confident in every decision about your pet's care. Many families have trusted us through multiple pets and life stages, and we're grateful to be part of those journeys.

Today, we continue serving Boynton Beach, Palm Beach County, and surrounding South Florida communities with the welcoming atmosphere and dependable medical care that built our reputation.

What we offer externs:

  • Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
  • Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians
  • Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices

VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.

  • Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates.
  • We invest in our team members' professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
  • We live by our core values: Care First, Better Together, Grow Forward, and Own It
  • " They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me." - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel happy here.
  • Repeat winner of Virginia's Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)

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