Veterinarian jobs in Georgia — DVM, associate, ER and specialty roles
Supreme Search Specialists places veterinarians in practices across Georgia — from independent first-opinion clinics in north Georgia and the coast to multi-site corporate hospitals in Metro Atlanta, 24/7 emergency centers, and board-certified specialty referral facilities. We've been recruiting for US veterinary practices since 2020 and our consultants know the Georgia market in depth.
Whether you're a new graduate looking for your first associate role, an experienced DVM exploring relocation to Georgia, or a board-certified specialist considering a move, our team can help you find a practice that fits your clinical interests, schedule, and salary expectations.
Veterinarian roles we recruit for in Georgia
Associate Veterinarian (DVM) — small animal, mixed, exotics
Emergency Veterinarian (ER doctor) — 24/7 hospitals across Metro Atlanta and Savannah
Urgent Care Veterinarian
Medical Director and Chief of Staff Veterinarian
Board-Certified Specialists — Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Criticalist, Radiologist, Neurologist
Equine and large-animal veterinarian — North Georgia, Athens, and the Middle Georgia horse country
Veterinary jobs across Georgia
We have active veterinarian openings throughout the state, including:
Metro Atlanta:
Atlanta, Marietta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Decatur, Smyrna, Duluth, Johns Creek, Kennesaw
North Georgia:
Athens, Gainesville, Dahlonega, Blue Ridge
Middle Georgia:
Macon, Warner Robins, Milledgeville
Coastal & South Georgia:
Savannah, Brunswick, Valdosta, Albany
West Georgia:
Columbus, Newnan, LaGrange
East Georgia:
Augusta, Evans
Don't see a role in your city? Register your CV anyway — we receive new Georgia positions every week and many never reach the public site.
Georgia veterinarian salary ranges
Compensation in Georgia varies by metro vs rural and by role type. Based on offers we negotiate for our candidates, current ranges are:
Associate Veterinarian (general practice):
$115,000–$160,000 base, often plus production bonus (typically 18–22% ProSal)
Emergency Veterinarian:
$150,000–$250,000 — overnight at the higher end
Board-Certified Specialist:
$175,000–$310,000 depending on specialty and case volume
Medical Director:
$175,000–$240,000 plus bonuses or equity in some groups
Equine veterinarian:
$85,000–$150,000 plus production
Sign-on bonuses of $20,000–$50,000 and relocation packages are common in Georgia, particularly for ER doctors and roles in growing Atlanta suburbs.
Why veterinarians choose Georgia
Lower cost of living than the Northeast or West Coast, particularly for housing
Atlanta is a major specialty and ER market — strong career path for board-certified specialists
Access to UGA's College of Veterinary Medicine and a strong CE network
Diverse caseload — small animal in metros, equine and mixed in north and middle Georgia
Mild winters, easy outdoor lifestyle, and a fast-growing population (lots of new pets)
Practice variety — from independent clinics to large corporate groups (Mars, NVA, BluePearl, VCA, Thrive)
Georgia licensing for veterinarians
To practice in Georgia you need to be licensed by the Georgia State Board of Veterinary Medicine. The standard route is:
Graduate from an AVMA COE-accredited DVM/VMD program (foreign graduates need ECFVG or PAVE certification)
Pass the NAVLE (North American Veterinary Licensing Examination)
Pass the Georgia State Board Examination — covers state laws and rules
Renew biennially — Georgia requires 30 hours of continuing education per renewal cycle
If you're licensed in another state and considering relocation, we can advise on timing and walk you through the endorsement process.
How we work
For candidates:send your CV through our website or call our team. Your conversation is confidential — we won't put you forward for any role without your sign-off. We'll only present opportunities that match what you've told us about clinical interests, schedule, salary, and location.
For practices and hospitals:tell us about the role, the team, and the kind of person who'll thrive there. We handle sourcing, screening, and shortlisting so you only meet candidates worth your time.