Medical Lead Veterinarian

At Cornelia Veterinary Hospital, we treat pets like our own. Serving the Cornelia, GA community since 1991, we have built a long-standing local reputation for providing compassionate veterinary care. The community’s trust is clearly reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating. Our focus is Small Animal practice, encompassing everything from routine Wellness and Prevention to complex Surgical Procedures and Urgent Care.

If you are looking for a respected, established hospital where you can immediately contribute your skills and knowledge, this opportunity is built for you.

We believe that supporting our teammates is the only way to deliver the best possible patient care. As part of a larger supportive network, we ensure you have the necessary resources and workflow backing to succeed in your role. We offer programs designed to help all teammates grow in their careers, whether that involves pursuing credentialing, developing into leadership positions, or utilizing ongoing continuing education allowances.

This structure provides you with the stability and professional framework necessary to focus solely on delivering high-quality, personalized medical care every single day.

Our facility provides comprehensive services necessary for high-level medicine, including advanced Testing & Diagnostics and a full spectrum of Advanced Care options. You will be working in an established, structured environment that is ready to handle a varied and interesting caseload, including both routine surgical procedures and emergent situations. To support challenging cases, our doctors have access to internal specialty consultations and robust resources, ensuring you always feel equipped to make the best medical decisions for your patients.

Cornelia, GA offers a warm, tight-knit community feel centered in Habersham County. Located in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, you can enjoy an exceptional balance of small-town living with easy access to stunning natural amenities. You will be near protected areas like Tallulah Gorge State Park and the Chattahoochee National Forest. This location allows you to easily unplug after a fulfilling day of work, offering a high quality of life with less traffic and a lower cost of living than major metro areas.

Come discover the ideal setting where you can truly do your best work.

Job Description

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality…