Managing Veterinarian

Managing Veterinarian

Chastain Animal Clinic | Smyrna, Georgia

Lead the future of a legacy practice.

Chastain Animal Clinic has been serving the Smyrnacommunity since 1954 , earning the trust of generations of pet ownersthrough exceptional medicine and compassionate care. In 2025, we opened thedoors to our brand-new, state-of-the-art, 6,500-square-foot hospital ,creating an incredible opportunity for a Managing Veterinarian to lead athriving team while continuing our long-standing tradition of excellence.

We're looking for a collaborative leader who is passionateabout mentoring, practicing high-quality medicine, and fostering a positive,supportive culture. If you're seeking that rare "unicorn" practicewhere everyone genuinely works together, pitches in, and celebrates eachother's successes, we'd love to meet you.

Why Chastain Animal Clinic?

Our team believes that great medicine starts with greatpeople. We value collaboration over hierarchy, communication over ego, and ashared commitment to providing outstanding care for every patient and clientwho walks through our doors. You'll be joining an experienced, supportive teamthat enjoys coming to work and takes pride in helping one another succeed.

Our New Hospital Features

Designed with both patients and team members in mind, ourmodern facility includes:

• Approximately 6,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed clinical space
• Separatedog and cat waiting areas to reduce patient stress
• 2feline exam rooms with a dedicated feline treatment area
• 8canine exam rooms
• Comfortroom with a private exit for compassionate end-of-life care
• Isolationroom with separate entrance and exit
• 2fully equipped surgical suites
• Dedicateddental suite with 2 wet tables
• Spacioustreatment area with abundant kennel space
• Digitalradiography and digital dental radiography
• Ultrasoundfor FAST scans
• Fullanesthetic monitoring equipment
• Phovialaser therapy
• In-houseand reference laboratory capabilities through IDEXX
• Avimarkpractice management software

About the Role

As Managing Veterinarian, you'll combine clinical excellencewith leadership responsibilities by:

• Providinghigh-quality medical and surgical care
• Mentoringand supporting fellow veterinarians and hospital staff
• Promotinga collaborative, positive workplace culture
• Helpingguide medical standards and hospital growth
• Partneringwith hospital leadership to achieve operational success while keepingpatient care at the center of every decision
• Also open to discussing an associate role

Why You'll Love Smyrna

Located just outside Atlanta, Smyrna offers the perfectblend of vibrant city access and welcoming community charm. Enjoy excellentrestaurants, parks, entertainment, professional sports, and easy access toeverything the Atlanta metro area has to offer—all while working in a practicethat's deeply rooted in its community.

If you're ready to lead a practice where teamwork isgenuine, medicine comes first, and your leadership can make a lasting impact,we'd love to hear from you.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on healthcarejobsite.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.