Smith Veterinary Hospital

A thriving companion animal practice located in the heart of South Georgia is seeking a collaborative, driven Associate Veterinarian to join a dedicated team across our regional network. Smith Veterinary Hospital is an established practice home with deep community roots, providing high-quality medicine combined with genuine southern hospitality.

• True Practice Autonomy & Support: Our management philosophy is straightforward: we provide the resources, mentorship, and infrastructure you need to practice excellent medicine without micromanagement or rigid protocols. With a strong 2:1 technician-to-doctor ratio, you are fully supported to leverage your team effectively, protect your peace of mind, and focus on patient care.

We operate out of modern, fully automated facilities designed for dynamic workflow and comprehensive medicine:

• The Caseload & Schedule: 100% small companion animal care. Enjoy a balanced Monday through Friday with NO weekend shifts.
• Advanced Diagnostics & Surgical Suite: Fully equipped with integrated high-resolution digital X-ray suites, diagnostic ultrasound, rhinoscopy, rigid endoscopy, advanced microscopy, and full in-house laboratories. We perform everything from routine wellness to complex procedures like orthopedic fracture repairs in-house.

Both seasoned practitioners and upcoming new graduates are highly encouraged to apply. We are deeply committed to your professional development and ensure you never feel isolated or stagnant:

• Advanced Case Management: Practice owner takes immense pride in teaching. We actively help our doctors move beyond basic vaccines and routine dentals into advanced case management, soft tissue surgery, and complex medicine.
• The "Dream Team" Peer Network: Every clinician has immediate access to "The Dream Team" via Microsoft Teams. This dedicated, network-wide platform allows you to instantly collaborate, share digital radiographs, upload ultrasound scans, and get real-time feedback on complex cases from experienced senior peers across all three regional practice locations.

• Competitive Base Salary: Competitive Salary
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums, plus partial paid maternity leave.
• Generous Time Off: 
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) program
• Continuing Education: A generous $5,000 annual CE allowance plus paid professional dues, licenses, and memberships.

Living in Fitzgerald (Ben Hill County) offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living—housing and land costs run roughly half the national average. Whether you’re looking to buy a home, acquire acreage, or establish a homestead, your income goes significantly further here. Nestled in South Georgia near the Ocmulgee River, Fitzgerald is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts offering world-class hunting, fishing, kayaking, and a historic, charming downtown community—all just 25 minutes from I-75 and Tifton.

Smith Veterinary Hospital employs DVM Recruiting Services to facilitate interviews.  Please go to www.dvmrs.com for additional information or email jeff@dvmrs.com.