Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position at Dalton Animal Care

Welcome to Dalton Animal Care in beautiful Dalton, Georgia. We are proud to be an AAHA Accredited practice, a designation reflecting our unwavering commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence. This dedication to quality is evident in our strong community reputation, marked by a 4.7-star Google rating. We believe that true success begins with supporting the people who provide the care, and we invite you to explore this opportunity to join a compassionate and highly respected team where you can feel professionally fulfilled. When you join Dalton Animal Care, you are supported not just by your immediate colleagues but by an entire network dedicated to your professional journey. We prioritize the personal and career development of every teammate. This means providing programs that help you achieve your career goals, whether that involves becoming a credentialed technician, moving into a leadership role, or exploring new medical interests. We are committed to fostering a culture where every teammate can grow and do your best work every day, supported by tools and mentorship designed to ensure your long-term success. Delivering superior small animal medicine is the core focus of Dalton Animal Care. As an AAHA accredited facility, you will be practicing in an environment committed to best-in-class standards, including dedicated Urgent Care services that allow us to address critical community needs. When complex cases arise, our network provides direct access to internal specialty consultations and mentorship, ensuring you always have the resources and expert advice required to make the most informed decisions for your patients. This focus on advanced care and comprehensive support allows us to consistently offer high-quality medicine that the community trusts. Dalton, Georgia, offers an ideal combination of small-town charm and accessibility. Located in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, this area provides abundant outdoor recreational opportunities without sacrificing convenience. You will find a friendly, welcoming community here that deeply values its veterinary professionals. This setting ensures a comfortable pace of life, allowing you to establish roots and maintain a strong work-life balance while pursuing your passion for animal care.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build lasting relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice your best medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.