Associate Veterinarian – Villa Rica Animal Hospital

Job overview

The Associate Veterinarian role is onsite at Villa Rica Animal Hospital in Villa Rica, GA. Compensation is not specified; the posting mentions a competitive salary and production bonus. The hospital is a small-animal practice serving Villa Rica and surrounding West Georgia communities, with a collaborative team and local autonomy backed by PetVet Care Centers. The veterinarian provides comprehensive clinical care, including examinations, diagnostics, surgery, prescribing, and client education. The role also contributes to hospital protocols, case monitoring, teamwork, and the quality of care from patient intake through discharge.

What you'll do

• Conduct patient examinations and medical work-ups
• communicate with and educate clients
• perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• maintain medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate priorities with the Hospital Manager
• evaluate hospital protocols
• monitor cases and participate in rounds when possible
• participate in practice-management updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate veterinarian

villa rica animal hospital

petvet care centers

villa rica ga

small-animal practice

veterinary medicine

patient exams

diagnostics

surgery

client education

limited saturday rotation

dvm or vmd

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support and 24/7 EAP
• continuing education stipends and career development resources
• hardship relief fund.

Why this role

Requires a DVM or VMD from an accredited college or university, a current state veterinary license, DEA registration, and at least one year of veterinary-practice experience. The posting notes a limited Saturday rotation and signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.