Medical Director

Job Description

Managing Veterinarian/Medical Director - Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital

Young Harris, GA | No Weekends | 4-Doctor Practice

At Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital , we believe veterinary medicine is more than a job-it's a career built on leadership, collaboration, and purpose. We're seeking a Managing Veterinarian who is excited to lead a talented team, practice high-quality medicine, and help shape the future of a thriving, well-established 4-doctor practice in the North Georgia mountains.

About Our Practice

We are a dogs, cats, and exotics hospital supported by modern technology and a strong, experienced team. Our environment is positive, respectful, and team-driven-where leadership is collaborative and every voice matters.

Hospital highlights include:

• 4 exam rooms
• Dedicated surgery suite
• Ultrasound
• Surgical laser & electrocautery
• Hyperbaric oxygen chamber
• Skilled, tenured support staff
• A culture focused on mentorship, growth, and teamwork

The Managing Veterinarian Role

As Managing Veterinarian, you'll balance clinical practice with leadership, partnering closely with the hospital team to support medical excellence and a healthy workplace culture.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead and mentor a team of veterinarians
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture
• Support high standards of medical care while maintaining medical autonomy
• Guide clinical protocols and best practices
• Help develop and grow the hospital alongside a trusted team

Why You'll Love It Here

• No weekends - true work-life balance
• Established 4-doctor team with strong collaboration
• Opportunity to lead without sacrificing time in the exam room
• Support to grow as a leader and clinician
• A practice that values long-term careers, not short-term fixes

Life in Young Harris, GA

Located near Lake Chatuge and surrounded by the North Georgia mountains, Young Harris offers a relaxed lifestyle with endless outdoor activities, scenic views, and a close-knit community-perfect for both work and life balance.

If you're ready to take the next step into leadership while continuing to practice meaningful medicine, Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital offers the opportunity to build a career with impact.

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 click.appcast.io. 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.