Description

New Graduate DVM/VMD, RISE Mentorship Program - Heart of Georgia Animal Care

At Heart of Georgia Animal Care you'll join a team that values collaboration, quality medicine, and is there to support you at every stage of your career. Whether it's a team that celebrates its local autonomy, advanced equipment, or positive, team-first culture, this is a place where you can build confidence, ask questions, and grow as a practicing DVM/VMD.

Start Your Career with RISE

RISE pairs new grad DVM/VMDs with experienced mentors in a collaborative, hands-on environment that promotes learning, confidence, and growth.

What You Can Expect:

• Full-time employment with gradual caseload independence
• Dual mentorship model: on-site hospital mentor + national mentorship team
• Hands-on learning with real-time case support and guidance
• A nationwide cohort of peers for ongoing connection and support
• Flexible start dates

Who We're Looking For:

• New DVM/VMD graduates seeking strong mentorship and support
• Veterinarians interested in General Practice, Emergency, or Mixed Animal Practice (based on location)
• Candidates passionate about high-quality medicine, teamwork, and continuous learning

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base Salary
• All offers include quarterly no negative accrual for new graduates
• Up to $50,000 in signing bonuses for new grads:
  • Up to $35,000 new grad sign-on bonus
  • Additional $15,000 for offers signed by May 31st
• Comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance available
• CE reimbursement plus paid PTO for CE
• Paid VIN, AVMA, and Plumb's memberships

Life in Milledgeville, GA:

• Enjoy a lower cost of living with a relaxed, small-town pac
• Home to Georgia College & State University, bringing energy, culture, and community events
• Rich in history and Southern charm, with a beautiful downtown and local shops/restaurants
• Access to outdoor recreation with Lake Sinclair nearby for boating, fishing, and waterfront living
• Conveniently located about 2 hours from Atlanta and within reach of Macon for additional amenities

Why PetVet?

Our RISE program is designed to help early-career professionals take the first step in their veterinary journey—with opportunities to build hands-on experience, deepen their knowledge, and be part of a team that truly cares. Participants also gain exposure to our growing continuing education (CE) program, supporting long-term growth and development across clinical and leadership pathways.

For more information, please reach out to Hudson Cutshall at hcutshall @petvetcarecenters.com

Heart of Georgia Animal Care Details:

• Heart of Georgia Animal Care is a fast-paced animal hospital in Milledgeville, Georgia where our team focuses on excellent client service and providing trusted client education. We have a well-equipped facility that includes but is not limited to:
  
  • Large, spacious surgical suite
    • 3 surgical tables
  • Endoscopy
  • Digital Radiology
    • Including dental radiology equipment
  • Ultrasound
  • Spacious treatment and in-patient area
  • 5 examination rooms
  • ECG/EKG
  • In-House diagnostic lab
  • On-site pharmacy
  • Therapeutic laser and more!

Pay Range

$110,000 — $110,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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