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General Information

Ref #
8565
Department
Veterinarian
Job Site
Sawnee Animal Clinic
Date Published
10-24-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 110000
Base Max.
$ 180000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Sawnee Animal Clinic in beautiful Cumming, Georgia, is looking for you to join our dedicated team committed exclusively to small animal care. We pride ourselves on the strong relationships we build, demonstrated by the community’s trust and reflected in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating. We believe that professional success starts with a supportive culture, and we look forward to integrating your unique skills into our passionate group of teammates. This is an exceptional opportunity to deliver high-quality care alongside dedicated professionals.

Our culture is built on helping every individual teammate succeed. While local dedication defines us, we are also part of a larger supportive network that prioritizes professional development and education. We offer structured programs designed to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, pursuing advanced certifications, or moving into a leadership position. We prioritize creating a stable and supportive environment where you can do your best work every day.

At Sawnee Animal Clinic, we maintain a focus on providing the highest quality small animal medicine. Our doctors benefit from access to internal specialty consultations across our network, ensuring that our patients receive comprehensive and advanced care planning. We believe in empowering our teammates with the necessary tools and resources to maintain high medical standards and continuously improve patient outcomes. If you are dedicated to medical excellence, you will find ample opportunity to grow your expertise here.

Sawnee Animal Clinic is proudly located in Cumming, Georgia. This desirable location offers a highly attractive setting where you can build both a successful career and a fulfilling personal life. Cumming provides an ideal blend of community feel and convenient access to the wider metropolitan area. We invite you to join our growing community and discover why so many veterinary professionals choose to call this area home.
Job Description

Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

  • Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
  • Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
  • Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
  • Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
  • Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
  • A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
  • A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.
  • Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).
  • Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.

Generous Compensation

A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.

Leadership & Clinical Growth

Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.

Clinical Tracks Program

Access over 50 hours of in-depth, RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology, facilitated by veterinary specialists.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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