Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian position in Sugar Hill, GA offering up to $190,000. Step into a high-impact after-hours role with a collaborative team, diverse emergency caseload, and flexible scheduling.

The Hospital

• Dedicated after-hours emergency practice serving dogs and cats with walk-in triage and rapid stabilization.
• Hands-on environment with in-house lab, radiography, ultrasound, and on-site imaging to support timely decision-making.
• Emergency-focused care across a wide range of presentations including trauma, respiratory distress, seizures, gastrointestinal issues, bites, and toxicities.
• Supportive, team-based culture with skilled technicians and client service staff; emphasis on clear communication and pet-owner education.
• Positive community reputation and steady case volume in a trusted local facility.
• Flexible scheduling options aligned with emergency hours, including benefits-eligible reduced-hour weeks, part-time tracks, and overnight-weekend schedules.
• Practical administrative support and multiple payment options that help facilitate patient care.

Location

Sugar Hill offers a dynamic, family-friendly lifestyle with the convenience of Metro Atlanta and the leisure of nearby Lake Lanier. A growing, walkable downtown, year-round events, and excellent parks make it easy to balance a rewarding career with quality of life.

• Easy access to I-985 and I-85, with straightforward commutes across the region and into Atlanta.
• Walkable downtown featuring restaurants, local shops, a farmers market, and live entertainment at The Bowl amphitheater and the Eagle Theatre.
• Abundant recreation: Gary Pirkle Park, E.E. Robinson Park, and the expanding Sugar Hill Greenway, plus quick trips to Lake Lanier and the North Georgia foothills.
• Strong public schools through Gwinnett County Public Schools, with nearby colleges and training options.
• Community events throughout the year, from concerts and seasonal festivals to outdoor movie nights.
• Suburban convenience with nearby major retail, dining, breweries, and new mixed-use developments.

Benefits

• Performance-based production opportunities with no negative accrual
• Long-term incentive program
• Continuing education allowance plus paid state license and professional dues
• Health, dental, vision, life, and mental health support
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Mentorship and structured professional development
• Flexible scheduling, including 30-hour weeks that qualify for full-time benefits
• Part-time options and overnight-weekend-focused schedules available
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
• Employee referral bonus program
• Professional liability coverage

The Role

• Provide urgent and critical care for dogs and cats in an after-hours, walk-in setting.
• Triage, stabilize, diagnose, and treat a wide range of emergencies using in-house lab and imaging.
• Perform soft tissue procedures as appropriate for emergency care.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners; collaborate closely with a skilled support team.
• Shifts align with an emergency schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexible options include a benefits-eligible 30-hour week, part-time schedules, and overnight-weekend tracks.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with license to practice in Georgia (or ability to obtain)
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Emergency or urgent care experience preferred; strong triage and stabilization skills
• Excellent communication and client-service abilities
• Interest in surgery considered a plus