Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Woodstock (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid continuing education days

Generous paid time off

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Woodstock, GA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 – $130,000 per year, with a production bonus, and includes benefits such as health and dental insurance, retirement plan, and continuing education allowance. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of small animal clinical experience and a DVM or VMD degree. This role provides a defined pathway to leadership and hospital ownership with structured mentorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of small animal clinical experience.
• Active Georgia veterinary license (or ability to obtain) in good standing.
• Demonstrated interest in leadership and collaborative patient care.

Responsibilities

• Join a well-established practice with a clear pathway to hospital equity.
• Support clinical excellence in a community-focused hospital.
• Guide and mentor less experienced veterinarians.

Skills

Strong proficiency in general practice procedures

Leadership interest

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative, compassionate approach

Education

DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Veterinarian

Position Type: Full-Time Associate Veterinarian (Leadership & Equity Track)
Base Salary: $110,000 – $130,000 per year
Production Bonus: Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
Schedule: Full-time | 4 days per week
Location: 2853 Lower Union Hill Road, Canton, GA 30115

Union Hill Animal Hospital invites an experienced, compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established practice with a clear and accelerated pathway to hospital equity and leadership. This is a unique opportunity for a veterinarian who excels clinically and is ready to help shape the future of a respected, community-focused hospital.

Union Hill Animal Hospital provides comprehensive general practice services alongside alternative medicine and reproductive care—allowing our doctors to deliver exceptional care from routine wellness through competition, breeding support, and acupuncture services.

What to Expect

• Accelerated leadership and partnership opportunity. A defined pathway to hospital ownership through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP), which currently includes more than 200 co-owning veterinarians.
• Supportive, collaborative culture. Work alongside a highly skilled, long-tenured support team in a respectful environment where every doctor’s voice matters.
• Career growth and mentorship. Ongoing professional development and mentorship designed to support leadership development and clinical advancement.
• Diverse medical opportunities. Expand or tailor your interests in surgery, dentistry, companion animal medicine, veterinary behavior, and alternative services.
• Strong community reputation. Join a growing hospital with a trusted name, expanding client base, and opportunities to increase your caseload while stepping into leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive, competitive package designed to reward experience, production, and long-term commitment:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• All professional fees covered (state license, DEA, dues, AVMA-PLIT)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Pet care discounts, uniform allowance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of small animal clinical experience (preferred)
• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent)
• Active Georgia veterinary license (or ability to obtain) in good standing
• Strong proficiency in general practice procedures, including spay/neuter, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery
• Demonstrated interest in leadership, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative, compassionate approach to patient and client care

About Union Hill Animal Hospital

For more than 20 years, Union Hill Animal Hospital has proudly served the Canton, GA community with compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. We are a full-service companion animal hospital offering everything from preventive wellness and diagnostics to surgery and advanced care. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, individualized patient care, and exceptional client communication in a welcoming, supportive environment.

The Opportunity: Grow Your Career and Own Your Future

This role is ideal for a veterinarian ready to move beyond an associate position and into leadership and ownership. With structured support, mentorship, and a proven partnership model, Union Hill Animal Hospital provides the foundation to make practice ownership a reality.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.