Emergency Veterinarian

Mountain Emergency Animal Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

Future ownership opportunities

Medical autonomy

Paid CE allowance

Professional dues

Network of support

Job summary

Mountain Emergency Animal Center in Blue Ridge, Georgia, seeks an Emergency Veterinarian to join a state‑of‑the‑art ER team. The hospital supports both new graduates and experienced vets with mentorship, advanced equipment, and a culture of collaboration.

We offer on‑site sleeping quarters, CE opportunities, and a generous sign‑on bonus up to $100K, relocation assistance, and pathways toward ownership. Proficiency in medicine and surgery is valued, with a supportive, high‑quality care

Qualifications

• DVM degree 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).

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medicine and surgery to pets.
• Collaborate with a DVM team for patient care and case planning.
• Mentor and support new graduates in a busy ER setting.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Medicine & surgery

Education

DVM degree

DEA license

State veterinary license

USDA accreditation

Job 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.

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

• Competitive compensation
• Sign‑on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan assistance
• Future ownership opportunities
• Medical autonomy
• Paid CE allowance and professional dues
• 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)

Additional Information

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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