Emergency Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Future ownership opportunities

CE allowance and dues

Mentor network

Inc. Best Workplaces 2025

Job summary

Mountain Emergency Animal Center in Blue Ridge, GA seeks an Emergency Veterinarian to join a state-of-the-art team providing advanced emergency medicine and surgery. The hospital emphasizes mentorship, work-life balance, and a supportive DVM network for both new graduates and experienced veterinarians.

The role offers full-time or part-time opportunities, a generous sign-on bonus up to $100K, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Degree from an accredited university.
• Current DEA license or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Active veterinary state license in good standing.
• USDA accreditation or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert emergency veterinary medicine and surgery.
• Collaborate with DVM team and mentors for cases.
• Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• On-call emergency coverage with a supportive hospital culture.

Skills

Compassionate team player

Strong communicator

General medicine

Surgery proficiency

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

DEA license

Active state license

USDA accreditation

Job description

Company Description

Emergency Veterinarian | Blue Ridge, Georgia | Up to $100K Sign-On Bonus | State-of-the-Art Emergency Hospital

You’re an Emergency Veterinarian looking for a place where advanced emergency veterinary medicine, genuine mentorship, and real work-life balance come together. At Mountain Emergency Animal Center, every Veterinarian is supported by an experienced DVM team, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative veterinary culture that empowers both new graduate and experienced Veterinarians to grow.

Who We Are

Mountain Emergency Animal Center is a well-established, progressive emergency veterinary hospital serving Blue Ridge, Georgia and the surrounding mountain region. As the only dedicated emergency veterinary hospital within a two-hour radius, our veterinary team plays a critical role in delivering expert emergency care when pets need it most.

Our hospital provides comprehensive emergency examinations, urgent care, surgery, hospitalization, intensive care, isolation capabilities, oxygen support, in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, and ultrasonography. Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital is equipped with advanced tools including digital X-ray, ultrasound, bronchoscopy, endoscopy, Ligasure, cautery, Snyder units, and advanced anesthesia machines that allow every Emergency Veterinarian to practice high-quality medicine with confidence.

What truly sets our hospital apart is our commitment to supporting Veterinarians. We host RACE-approved CE sessions right in our conference room, creating meaningful opportunities for every DVM to continue learning, stay current on veterinary best practices, and strengthen clinical confidence.

Our hospital also offers on-site sleeping quarters, giving every Emergency Veterinarian a comfortable place to rest between shifts and making overnight schedules significantly more manageable.

Learn More About Our Hospital!

Life in Blue Ridge, Georgia

Blue Ridge offers the perfect blend of mountain living and city access. Located just two hours north of Atlanta and one hour south of Chattanooga, this scenic Georgia community offers hiking trails, biking paths, local festivals, and a close-knit lifestyle while keeping major city amenities within easy reach. It is an ideal setting for Veterinarians seeking advanced emergency medicine with exceptional quality of life.

Job Description

• Full-Time or Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian
• Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
• Proficient in general medicine and surgery
• Experience preferred but new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply!

What We Offer Veterinarians

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan assistance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Future ownership opportunities
• Medical autonomy
• Paid CE allowance and professional dues
• Strong DVM mentor network
• A Network of Support: Backed by a powerful network named one of Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2025!

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Active Veterinary State License
• USDA Accreditation (or ability to obtain upon hire)

If you are an Emergency Veterinarian seeking advanced emergency veterinary medicine, mentorship, and the opportunity to practice in a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital near Atlanta, we would love to connect.

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Additional Information

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Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

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