Alliance Animal Health logo
Alliance Animal Health
Augusta, Georgia

Medical Director Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting, call expectations and time off.

Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Company Description

Lead a respected hospital. Build something that's yours. Live where the Masters comes to town.

St. Francis Animal Hospital in Augusta, Georgia is looking for an experienced Medical Director Veterinarian to lead our medical team and help shape the next chapter of the practice. This is more than a job: equity and partnership opportunities are available for the right leader who wants a real stake in the hospital they help grow.

About the Role

As Medical Director, you'll set the clinical tone for a well-established hospital with a loyal client base and a reputation for compassionate, personalized care in the CSRA.

  • Lead and mentor our veterinarians and medical team, and set the standard for clinical excellence
  • Shape medical protocols, quality of care, and the patient experience
  • Partner with the hospital's leadership on growth, culture, and long-term strategy
  • Keep a hands-on clinical schedule, because the best leaders still love practicing medicine
  • Equity and partnership available for the right candidate, with a clear path to ownership
  • Competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and a full benefits package
  • Full-service care, including wellness, dental, surgery, urgent care, and telemedicine services
  • A balanced schedule, with a hospital that is not a 24-hour facility, so no overnight emergency shifts

Why Augusta?

Augusta is famous around the world for one weekend each April, but locals know it's a great place to live all year.

Home of the Masters. Augusta National Golf Club puts this city on the global stage every spring, and the local golf scene is excellent all year.

A real river city. Founded in 1736 on the Savannah River, Augusta is Georgia's second-largest city. The multilevel Riverwalk runs along the water with gardens, fountains, an amphitheater, and downtown dining just steps away.

Paddle, bike, and hike. The historic Augusta Canal National Heritage Area, built in 1845, offers boat tours and trails, while the Savannah River and Savannah Rapids are great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Phinizy Swamp Nature Park adds even more trails.

Lake days close to home. Lake Strom Thurmond (Clarks Hill) is one of the largest man-made lakes east of the Mississippi, a short drive away for boating, fishing, and weekend getaways.

Culture that surprises people. Catch the Symphony Orchestra Augusta, see a show at the Imperial Theatre, visit the Morris Museum of Art, or walk the Augusta Sculpture Trail's 15+ sculptures downtown. Augusta is also the hometown of James Brown, and his statue and memorabilia are part of the city's identity.

Minor league baseball and festivals. Cheer on the Augusta GreenJackets, or cross the 5th Street Freedom Pedestrian Bridge to North Augusta for shopping, dining, and more riverfront.

Southern charm without the big-city price tag. Housing and everyday costs are generally more approachable than in larger metros, which makes it a strong place to put down roots.

Well connected. Charleston, Savannah, and Atlanta are all within a few hours' drive, and Augusta has its own regional airport.

Job Description

  • What We're Looking For
  • DVM degree and active (or eligible) Georgia veterinary license
  • Several years of clinical small animal experience (5+ preferred); this role is not suited to new graduates
  • Proven leadership ability or a strong desire to lead, mentor, and develop a team
  • Strong clinical, surgical, and communication skills
  • Interest in equity and partnership, and in helping a hospital grow
  • Ready to Lead and Own Your Future?

If you're an experienced veterinarian ready for a leadership role with a real ownership path, in a city that's far more than a golf tournament, we'd love to talk. Send your resume and a note about your leadership goals.

St. Francis Animal Hospital | Augusta, GA Compassionate care. Real leadership. A real stake in the future.

Qualifications

Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent) from an accredited university, and an active veterinary state license

  • 3+ Years of Veterinarian Experience
  • Current DEA License/USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire

Compassionate leader with the experience and willingness to manage a team and promote a positive clinic culture as it aligns with Alliance Animal Health’s core values

Effective communicator with a drive to provide the highest quality medicine and mentor other veterinarians to do so as well

Additional Information

We Are a DRUG-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit allianceanimal.com

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the veterinary and medical team while setting clinical standards, shaping protocols, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Maintain a hands-on clinical schedule and partner with hospital leadership on growth, culture, and long-term strategy, with an opportunity to pursue equity and ownership.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Small Animal Clinical CareMedical LeadershipTeam MentoringTeam DevelopmentClinical Protocol DevelopmentDental CarePractice GrowthStrategic Planning

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 11 employers

7
<$145k
8
$145k-160k
3
$160k-175k
4
$175k-190k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 11 employers

Sign-on bonus
86%
401k / retirement match
86%
CME allowance
68%
Relocation assistance
55% this job
Loan repayment
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian

Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#2

Veterinarian

Veterinary Practice Partners · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian - Medical Director in Georgia

$150k-$180k
#4

Associate Veterinarian – Northwest Wisconsin

$100k-$175k
+ 36 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,064 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Augusta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$178k
Typical market rent
$1,369/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

Alliance Animal Health logo

About Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Services
Rye Brook, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Equity and partnership opportunities
Competitive compensation
Relocation assistance
Full benefits package