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Veterinary Medical Director

J889202 Evans Georgia USD118K - USD181K / Year

Lead a thriving small-animal team as Chief of Staff in Martinez, GA, with compensation up to $181,000. Step into a high‑impact leadership role that blends hands‑on medicine with mentoring and team development.

The Hospital
- Retail‑embedded, client‑convenient location with regular weekday hours and Saturday availability.
- Supportive, structured team of veterinarians, technicians, assistants and client service coordinators.
- Broad general‑practice caseload: preventive and wellness care, vaccinations, dentistry, spay/neuter and routine soft‑tissue surgery, microchipping, dermatology, gastrointestinal and orthopedic evaluation, and diagnostic testing.
- Well‑equipped with exam rooms, a surgical suite, dental capabilities, diagnostic imaging and in‑house laboratory resources, plus an on‑site pharmacy.
- Medical grooming available under veterinary supervision.
- Streamlined client service features including curbside/drop‑off appointments and access to interpretation services for multilingual communication.
- Emphasis on onboarding, continuing education and professional growth within a collaborative, quality‑focused culture.

Location
Located in Martinez, part of Columbia County, this community offers a family‑friendly lifestyle with quick access to the amenities of greater Augusta.
- Approximately a 10–15 minute drive to downtown Augusta for dining, arts and entertainment.
- Minutes from Fort Gordon (Fort Eisenhower), convenient for those connected to the military community.
- Served by highly regarded Columbia County public schools.
- Near major shopping and dining along the Washington Road corridor, with everyday conveniences close at hand.
- Proximity to respected regional medical centers in Augusta.
- Easy access to outdoor recreation at Clarks Hill Lake, Mistletoe State Park and nearby nature preserves.
- Close to Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters, plus year‑round regional events.
- Established, tree‑lined neighborhoods and community events that make settling in straightforward.
- Cultural outings at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center and regional theaters.

Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure with production‑based incentive opportunities.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Continuing education allowance with dedicated CE days.
- State and DEA licensing reimbursement.
- Professional liability coverage.
- Uniform/scrub allowance.
- Employee assistance and mental‑health support programs.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short‑ and long‑term disability and life insurance.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Student loan support resources.

The Role
- Full‑time Chief of Staff position combining leadership (approximately 20–30%) with clinical practice (approximately 70–80%).
- Lead, mentor and develop veterinarians and paraprofessional teams to deliver consistent, high‑quality care and client service.
- Partner with practice leadership on scheduling, workflow, safety and operational efficiency.
- Provide comprehensive general practice care, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, routine soft‑tissue surgery, and medical case workups with on‑site diagnostics.
- Champion clear client communication, including in curbside/drop‑off workflows.
- Ensure accurate medical records and adherence to applicable laws and standards.
- Contribute to budgeting, goal setting and performance metrics to drive hospital quality and productivity.
- Promote a positive, inclusive team culture and a clean, well‑organized clinical environment.
- Participate in recruiting, onboarding and ongoing training of team members.

Requirements
- DVM/VMD from an accredited institution.
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Georgia (or eligibility to obtain).
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain).
- Proven general practice experience, including dentistry and routine soft‑tissue surgery.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication and team‑building skills.
- Comfort working in a client‑facing, retail‑adjacent clinical setting with drop‑off workflows.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance