Associate Veterinarian - Savannah, GA

Introduction

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Greater Savannah Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team

• AAHA-accredited
• Proudly recognized as one of America’s Top 100 Best Veterinary Hospitals for 2025 — a national honor that highlights our exceptional care, compassionate team, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
• 3-doctor practice in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. 
• Serving the Savannah area for many years with our friendly service and skilled staff. 
• Utilize our great facility and experienced support staff to allow you to practice the highest quality of medical and surgical care. 
• We are committed to delivering exceptional client service and fostering an outstanding work-life balance for our employees. 
• Our newly renovated boarding facilities (separate for dogs and cats) provide a great environment for our patients. 
• We see a great variety of wellness and sick patients – never a dull moment.
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Community

• VCA Greater Savannah Animal Hospital is located just a few miles from downtown Savannah and the beautiful coastal islands of Southern Georgia. 
• Savannah is a charming, historic city on the coast of Georgia - a relaxing southern escape with a variety of fun activities. 
• Wander the streets and the Riverwalk in downtown to take in the different shops and the historic architecture. 
• Spend the day at the beach on one of the Georgia Barrier Islands (Tybee, St. Simons, Jekyll, and more) with swimming, boating, and other water activities. 
• The Savannah area has some great restaurants (fresh seafood) along with shopping, architectural tours, music festivals, and art exhibits. 
• Savannah is also a college town, home to the award-winning Savannah College of Art and Design.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Hours of Operation:  Monday - Friday, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm and Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Who we look for

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive in a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: 

Compensation

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. 

• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. 

Health & Well-being 

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources) 

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match 

• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services 

• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave 

Professional Development 

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days 

• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team

• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program 

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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Georgia, or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Learn more about the hospital VCA Greater Savannah Animal Hospital

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.