General Information Ref: 42624 Department: Veterinarian Job Site: Cornelia Veterinary Hospital Date Published: 10-24-2025
Pay Class: Full-Time Base Min: $110,000 Base Max: $180,000
Description & Requirements
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 communitys 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
Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian
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.
What Youll Bring to the Team
Responsibilities and Benefits
How Youre 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 as a leader so you can focus on your team and your medicine.
Generous Compensation
A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance plus Paid Parental Leave.
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3 years, 50% on the next 2 years) plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.
Leadership & Clinical Growth
Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.
Clinical Tracks Program
Access over 50 hours of in-depth RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology facilitated by veterinary specialists.
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.
Peace of Mind
Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.
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.