Description
Georgia Veterinary Emergency & Triage Services (GVETS)
Oconee County, Georgia
Located in Watkinsville Georgia
Website: Emergencyvetga.com
Help Build the Future of Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Georgia Veterinary Emergency & Triage Services (GVETS) is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our rapidly growing overnight emergency hospital in beautiful Oconee County, Georgia.
Officially opened on November 11, 2025, GVETS is a brand-new 6,300 sq ft ground-up construction facility designed specifically for advanced emergency and critical care medicine. We are proud to be one of only two overnight emergency veterinary hospitals serving Oconee County and the surrounding region within a 50-mile radius.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an emergency clinician who wants more than simply “another ER job.” We are looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, mentorship, team development, and helping shape a hospital with enormous long-term potential.
Schedule
Our hospital operates:
Monday–Thursday: 6:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Friday 6:00 PM continuously through Monday 8:00 AM
Open 24 hours throughout all major holidays
We are seeking a veterinarian who thrives in emergency medicine and enjoys the pace, diversity, and teamwork that overnight ER practice provides.
The Opportunity
At GVETS, you will have the opportunity to:
Practice progressive emergency medicine in a modern purpose-built facility
Help train and mentor a growing technical team
Participate in building hospital systems and medical standards
Work collaboratively with leadership to help shape the future of the practice
Grow professionally alongside a rapidly expanding hospital
We value doctors who enjoy both learning and teaching. Our culture is highly collaborative, supportive, and focused on continual improvement.
Future plans for growth are substantial, and we are looking for team members who want to grow with us long term.
Our Facility & Equipment
GVETS was designed from the ground up to support advanced emergency and critical care medicine.
Hospital highlights include:
6 spacious exam rooms
2 fully equipped surgical suites
Brand-new endoscopy system
Two advanced Ligasure surgical platforms
Comprehensive in-house laboratory capabilities
Digital radiology
Full-color Doppler ultrasound
Multiple portable AirScan ultrasound units
Centralized wireless ECG telemetry capable of simultaneous multi-patient cardiac monitoring
Modern ICU and treatment areas
Entirely new facility and equipment throughout
We believe excellent medicine starts with providing our doctors and staff the tools needed to perform at a high level.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:
Competitive salary
Production opportunities
CE allowance
Licensing and professional dues assistance
Paid time off
Employee pet discounts
Supportive and collaborative work culture
Leadership and growth opportunities
Why Oconee County and Watkinsville?
Located just outside Athens, Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, local food and coffee, college athletics, live music, or simply a quieter pace of life with modern amenities nearby, Oconee County offers an outstanding place to live, work, and grow both personally and professionally. Oconee County offers an exceptional quality of life that combines small-town charm, safety, growth, and convenience with access to the culture and energy of a vibrant university community.
GVETS is located in Watkinsville, just outside Athens, Watkinsville is one of Georgia’s most charming and fastest-growing small towns. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, locally owned businesses, beautiful scenery, and strong sense of community, Watkinsville offers the perfect balance between peaceful living and modern convenience.
Why Veterinarians love this area:
- Highly desirable and rapidly growing community
- Excellent schools and family-friendly environment
- Beautiful outdoor spaces, gorgeous countryside, farms, and outdoor recreation
- Charming historic downtown filled with boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, and local events
- a thriving local community
- Easy access to hiking, lakes, parks, and nature trails
- Close proximity to the University of Georgia and all that Athens has to offer
- culture and energy of a vibrant college town nearby
- Lower stress and traffic compared to larger metropolitan areas
- Convenient access to Atlanta without the daily congestion
Watkinsville maintains the feel of a close-knit hometown while continuing to grow with new restaurants, shopping, and development. The community strongly supports local businesses and veterinary care, creating a rewarding environment for veterinary professionals looking to build long-term relationships within the area.
Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, local food and coffee, college athletics, live music, or simply a quieter pace of life with modern amenities nearby, Oconee County offers an outstanding place to live, work, and grow both personally and professionally.
Join Us
If you are excited by the opportunity to help build a premier emergency hospital while practicing high-level medicine in a modern facility, we would love to hear from you.
Please send resumes and inquiries to:
Georgia Veterinary Emergency & Triage Services (GVETS)
Emergencyvetga.com
GVETS — Building the future of emergency veterinary medicine in Northeast Georgia.
Requirements
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess:
Strong emergency and surgical technical skills
Confidence managing urgent and critical care cases
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
A passion for mentorship and staff education
Motivation to help grow and elevate a young hospital
A positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset
Emergency experience is preferred, but we welcome motivated clinicians eager to continue developing their emergency skillset in a supportive environment.
