Associate Veterinarian | Cat Care of Vinings | Atlanta, GA |Sign on Bonus!
Listed compensation
USD $110,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Practice
Cat Care of Vinings opened its doors in 2006 with a vision to provide top-quality feline healthcare. Cat Care of vinings is a feline-only, AAHA accredited, AAFP Cat Friendly Practice that serves the Vinings, Smyrna, and North West Atlanta communities.
We offer extensive wellness care, as well as comprehensive care for chronically ill patients, full digital radiography, echocardiography, ultrasound imaging (as well as US guided biopsies and aspirates), top of the line in-house laboratory diagnostics and gold standard oral health care (oral assessments, digital dental rads, FME, etc) and medical grooming procedures.
Position Purpose
- Associate Veterinarian (Experienced DVM) – Cat Care of Vinings
- Atlanta, GA | Full-Time | Sign-On Bonus Opportunity
Love Cats? So Do We.
Position Summary
Cat Care of Vinings is seeking an experienced, full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established feline-exclusive practice in the Atlanta area. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, values strong client relationships, and is confident performing routine soft tissue surgery.
Our team is committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care in a collaborative and supportive environment where both patients and team members thrive. We take pride in practicing progressive medicine while creating a low-stress experience for our feline patients and their owners.
The ideal candidate is an experienced clinician who is comfortable working independently while also enjoying collaboration with an engaged veterinary team. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, sound medical judgment, and a commitment to delivering an outstanding client experience. Surgery experience is required, and an interest in continuing to grow professionally is highly valued.
Why You'll Love Cat Care of Vinings
- Well-established feline-exclusive practice with an excellent reputation
- Loyal, engaged client base
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunity to practice quality medicine with modern equipment and diagnostics
- Surgery experience required with the opportunity to continue utilizing and expanding your skills
- Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CE allowance, paid licensure, professional dues, PTO, and more
Conveniently located in the desirable Vinings/Atlanta area, offering access to excellent dining, shopping, entertainment, parks, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Requirements/Qualifications
Qualifications
- DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution.
- Active Georgia veterinary license (or ability to obtain).
- Eligibility to obtain DEA and controlled substance registration.
- Minimum of 3 years of small animal experience.
- Proficiency in routine soft tissue surgery required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and over 25 pounds with assistance.
- Benefits Offered
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with bonus incentive opportunities
- Sign-on bonus opportunity
- Flexible personal time away
- Flexible work schedules
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education and licensure reimbursement
- Leadership and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental health and wellness resources
- DVM Referral Program
If you're looking for a practice where you can build lasting relationships with clients, practice high-quality feline medicine, and become part of a team that truly enjoys working together, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay Range
USD $110,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality feline healthcare, including wellness care and comprehensive treatment for chronically ill patients. Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and utilize advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure a low-stress experience for patients.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian | Cat Care of Vinings | Atlanta, GA |Sign on Bonus! at Cat Care of Vinings a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,953 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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