Associate Veterinarian | Paradise Animal Hospital | Sign on bonus available!
Listed compensation
$115k-$150k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Practice
Paradise Animal Hospital has been serving pets and owners throughout Augusta, GA, since 1987. We specialize in providing quality care for dogs and cats, but also offer service for small pocket pets as well.
Our practice is cozy, homie, and teeming with loyal clients. Plus our team is collaborative and gets along like friends or family. Join our phenomenal team and see why the community gives us 4.8 stars across almost 800 reviews!
Position Purpose
- A Place Where You Can Truly Love Practicing Medicine
- Sign on bonus available!
At Paradise Animal Hospital in Augusta, we are looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established small animal practice that has earned the trust of its community. With a loyal client base, modern equipment, and a dedicated support team, this is a hospital where you can focus on practicing quality medicine without unnecessary distractions.
You’ll be surrounded by a collaborative team that values respect, efficiency, and genuine support. This is an opportunity for a confident, compassionate DVM who wants to build lasting client relationships, work in a positive environment, and practice medicine with both autonomy and backup when needed.
If you’re looking for a place that feels steady, welcoming, and genuinely rewarding, Paradise Animal Hospital may be exactly what you’ve been searching for.
- Competencies
- What We’re Looking For
- Strong clinical skills with confidence in surgery and dentistry (or a genuine desire to continue growing in those areas)
- A collaborative mindset — someone who values teamwork and open communication
- A veterinarian who builds trust easily with clients and takes pride in client education
- Good medical judgment paired with a willingness to ask questions and learn
- A steady, dependable presence who supports the team and contributes to a positive culture
- A Vet who treats patients, clients, and team members with respect and professionalism
Essential Responsibilities
- Examine, diagnose, and treat companion animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries
- Operate diagnostic equipment, collect and analyze laboratory samples, and interpret test results
- Develop and discuss treatment plans while educating pet owners on preventative care and medical options
- Perform surgical procedures and prescribe medications as appropriate
- Provide compassionate guidance and support to clients during end-of-life care decisions
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
- Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and all applicable statutes, policies, and regulatory standards
- Requirements/Qualifications
- What You’ll Bring to the Team
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited AVMA institution
- Active state veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure)
- Eligibility to obtain DEA and BNDD registration
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Professional, courteous demeanor with clients and team members
- Ability to lift and carry patients or equipment up to 25 pounds independently, and over 25 pounds with assistance
- Benefits Offered
- How We Support You
- Competitive compensation — salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
- Flexible personal time away
- Bonus incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth(k) retirement plans with employer match
- Continuing education allowance and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling options
- Clear pathways for career development and leadership growth
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental health resources
- DVM referral bonus program
- Relocation assistance available
If you’re looking for a practice where you can feel respected, supported, and genuinely proud of the medicine you practice each day, Paradise Animal Hospital is ready to welcome you home.
Pay Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will examine, diagnose, and treat companion animals while performing surgical procedures and interpreting diagnostic tests. They are also responsible for developing treatment plans, educating pet owners, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited AVMA institution and possess an active state veterinary license. Additionally, they must be eligible for DEA and BNDD registration and demonstrate strong clinical and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 48 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 69% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $115k–$150k | Veterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $125k–$165k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$138k in purchasing power | Georgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Georgia | 66 active | 3,169 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 77% no call · 69% no weekends48 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Georgia healthcare professional listings: 41% state a sign-on bonus · 16% offer loan repayment110 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 998 in the last 30 days | 523 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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