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Ameri Vet
Valdosta, Georgia

Veterinarian - Valdosta, GA

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

About Our Clinic

Veterinary Care Center of Valdosta is a full-service small animal and equine practice located in Valdosta, offering comprehensive wellness, diagnostic, surgical, dental, and equine mobile services. The hospital is known for personalized, relationship-focused care and a collaborative team environment.

  • We are in search of a small animal only DVM to join our practice.
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: Small Animal GP and equine
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 12-14 patients per day per doctor
  • Support staff ratio: 2: 1
  • Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, urgent care,
  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, dental suite
  • Team culture: Collaborative, teaching-focused, high-touch, friendly
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Base Salary + Production Bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is:

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills

About the Area

Valdosta offers a relaxed, small-town feel with the convenience of shopping, dining, and cultural events thanks to the presence of Valdosta State University.

Outdoor lovers appreciate easy access to parks, rivers, and nearby природally beautiful spots like Wild Adventures Theme Park, along with a mild South Georgia climate that makes year-round activities enjoyable.

It’s an affordable, family-friendly community with a slower pace of life while still being within driving distance of larger cities and Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Amy at abarrett@amerivet.com anytime.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The veterinarian will provide comprehensive wellness, surgical, and dental care for small animals in a collaborative clinic environment. They are responsible for maintaining high-quality patient care and fostering long-term relationships with clients.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Small animal surgeryDiagnostic imagingCommunication skillsCollaborative teamwork

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, 86% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,392 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $120k–$159k)409 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingGeorgia index 96.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Georgia70 active3,407 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 86% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusGeorgia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 41% state a sign-on bonus · 15% offer loan repayment105 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,234 in the last 30 days503 the 30 days before (+145%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,392 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Valdosta, GA at Ameri Vet a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,392 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

13 jobs · 8 employers
3
<$140k
5
$140k-160k
3
$170k
1
$185k
1
$200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs · 8 employers
Sign-on bonus
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
77% this job
Relocation assistance
69% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Vet Cor · Madera, California

$150k-$200k
#2

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Vet Cor · Gloversville, New York

$130k-$185k
#3

Veterinarian - Sherman Oaks, CA

$130k-$170k
#4

Veterinarian - Sherman Oaks, CA

$130k-$170k
+ 11 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 7.2
Better work-life than 70% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Base salary plus production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive Cash Program
CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Mental health resources
Generous paid time off and holidays

Living in Valdosta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$216k
Typical market rent
$1,296/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Valdosta, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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