New Grad DVM/VMD — RISE Mentorship (GA)

PetVet Care Centers; Fort Oglethorpe (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CE reimbursement

Paid PTO for CE

VIN/AVMA/Plumb’s memberships

Comprehensive benefits package with p–

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of Fort Oglethorpe is seeking new graduate DVMs to join the RISE Mentorship Program, a collaborative, hands-on learning environment supporting you at every stage of your career. You’ll receive on-site mentorship plus a national mentorship network, with gradual caseload independence and ongoing CE opportunities in a supportive hospital setting.

Located in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, the hospital offers a strong client base, modern facilities, and a culture of teamwork focused on

Qualifications

• New DVM/VMD graduates seeking strong mentorship and support
• Veterinarians interested in General Practice, Emergency, or Mixed Animal Practice (based on location)
• Candidates passionate about high-quality medicine, teamwork, and continuous learning

Responsibilities

• Full-time employment with gradual caseload independence
• Dual mentorship model: on-site hospital mentor + national mentorship team
• Hands-on learning with real-time case support and guidance
• A nationwide cohort of peers for ongoing connection and support
• Flexible start dates

Job description

New Graduate DVM/VMD, RISE Mentorship Program -Animal Medical Center of Fort Oglethorpe

At Animal Medical Center of Fort Oglethorpe, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, quality medicine, and is there to support you at every stage of your career. Whether it’s a team that celebrates its local autonomy, advanced equipment, or positive, team-first culture, this is a place where you can build confidence, ask questions, and grow as a practicing DVM/VMD.

Practice Highlights:

• Well-established client base
• Five spacious examination rooms
• Open treatment area
• Separate dental & surgical suites
• Advanced surgical tools
• Upgraded monitoring & anesthesia equipment
• High-speed dental unit
• Feline-friendly spaces
• Experienced and tenured staff within the hospital
• 2 to 1 tech to DVM ratio

Start Your Career with RISE

RISE pairs new grad DVM/VMDs with experienced mentors in a collaborative, hands-on environment that promotes learning, confidence, and growth.

What You Can Expect:

• Full-time employment with gradual caseload independence
• Dual mentorship model: on-site hospital mentor + national mentorship team
• Hands-on learning withreal-time case support and guidance
• A nationwide cohort of peers for ongoing connection and support
• Flexible start dates

Who We’re Looking For:

• New DVM/VMD graduates seeking strong mentorship and support
• Veterinarians interested in General Practice, Emergency, or Mixed Animal Practice (based on location)
• Candidates passionate about high-quality medicine, teamwork, and continuous learning

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary:$110k-$130k
• All offers include quarterly no negative accrual for new graduates
• Up to $35,000 new grad sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package,including paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance available
• CE reimbursement plus paid PTO for CE
• Paid VIN, AVMA, and Plumb’s memberships

Life inFort Oglethorpe, GA

Situated in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Fort Oglethorpe offers a charming blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and convenient access to urban amenities in Chattanooga, TN.

Why PetVet?

Our RISE program is designed to help early-career professionals take the first step in their veterinary journey—with opportunities to build hands‑on experience, deepen their knowledge, and be part of a team that truly cares. Participants also gain exposure to our growing continuing education (CE) program, supporting long‑term growth and development across clinical and leadership pathways.

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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