Position Overview Snellville Animal Hospital is seeking a motivated
Associate Veterinarian or Medical Director for our busy practice! Are you a veterinary superhero in disguise? Do you dream of a career where every day brings a new furry friend to rescue? Well, grab your stethoscope and prepare for a tail-wagging adventure at
Snellville Animal Hospital! The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.
Snellville Animal Hospital in Snellville, Georgia is well established in the community and has been providing families and their beloved pets with compassionate veterinary care since 1976.
Why Join Us: - We are a small team committed to partnering with our clients to provide the most up to date & quality care for our patients! Our clients enjoy our hometown environment and the one-on-one experience that we provide.
- Prospective candidates should have a passion for medicine, be proficient in routine surgeries, and enjoy excellent customer service and client communication.
- With over 30 years of combined experience, our team is ideal for new graduate mentorship!
Why you'll love this location: - Well Established Client base
- 2:1 Staff to DVM ratio
- Advanced Diagnostic Lab
- On-Site Pharmacy
- CO2 Surgical Laser Equipment
- Well Equipped Surgery Suite with multi-parameter monitoring
- Top notch staff in a collaborative team
- Great culture & team dynamic
- Mentorship opportunities for new vets
- A flexible schedule with no after hour on call requirement
Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Amy Younes at ayounes@petvetcarecenters.com
Key Responsibilities - Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
- Client communication and education
- Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
- Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
- Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
- Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
- Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
- Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
- Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
Qualifications (Required) - Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
- Current State Veterinary License
- DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
- Excellent surgical and dental skills.
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
- Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
- Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
- May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
- Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) - Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
- Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
- Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
- Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.
What We OfferWe care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:
- Competitive base salary: $160,000 - $180,000 + Production (no negative accrual option available)
- Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- CE stipends and career development resources
- Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
- Local hospital culture backed by national resources
