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Join a team of individuals who love what they do, take animal healthcare seriously, and know how to have fun on the job. We are a family-oriented practice that treats our team as individuals. We are growing and well-staffed with support personnel to assist the doctors.
We are also one of the few veterinary hospitals in the area with a registered veterinary technician devoted entirely to surgery.
Cedarcrest Animal Hospital has been serving the pets and people of Acworth, Georgia, and surrounding communities of Paulding County with veterinary excellence since 2008. Our stunning facility has over 15,000 sq/ft devoted to the care of our clients and patients and the comfort of our team, including; a spacious surgical suite, conference/break room with a full kitchen, open treatment area, separate isolation ward, private doctor's offices, large kennel, separate boarding for felines, and an indoor/outdoor doggie daycare space.
Our vision is to support the well-being of our community and its pets through our commitment to excellent veterinary medicine, building lasting client relationships, and empowering our team members.
Team Member Quotes
"The team we work with on a daily basis makes it not only a productive environment but a fun one as well. Cedarcrest Animal Hospital has a family feel with the team as well as most of the clients. We also have the freedom to practice high-quality medicine with the support of the team."
- Erica Chase, DVM, Associate Veterinarian
"Having worked at Cedarcrest Animal Hospital for over 10 years, and now as the Lead Veterinarian, I can honestly say it has been a joy working here. The team is like family and the tight-knit community has been a pleasure to serve. A well-equipped facility and a strong support staff make my job easy. I cannot imagine working anywhere else!"
-Kelly Qualls, DVM, Lead Veterinarian
About This Role
As an Associate Veterinarian at Cedarcrest Animal Hospital, you will practice exceptional veterinary medicine, in a beautiful, modern, state of art facility located in a town you will love to call home. Together with the latest equipment and technology, a compassionate and talented medical and support team, and a warm, welcoming, and encouraging environment you will AMAZE as a veterinarian.
Our Location
Cedarcrest Animal Hospital is located in Acworth, GA just 35 miles northwest of Atlanta, GA. Acworth, GA is a delightful and appealing place to live, learn, work and play. It is often referred to as the "Lake City'' as it is close to Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona. Housing is affordable and the schools are highly rated. Kennesaw State University is a rapidly growing source of higher education learning.
Local parks are a leading attraction for pets and people living in Acworth, GA. Nearby lakes and mountains provide hundreds of acres of outdoor recreation, such as hiking, running, biking, fishing, boating, camping, and much more. Acworth's local festivals, farmers' markets, concerts, award-winning restaurants, and shopping make this small city feel like a BIG city, without all the traffic.
Why You Want to Work Here
We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.
Position Skills:
Position Requirements:
Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).
Join a team of individuals who love what they do, take animal healthcare seriously, and know how to have fun on the job. We are a family-oriented practice that treats our team as individuals. We are growing and well-staffed with support personnel to assist the doctors.
We are also one of the few veterinary hospitals in the area with a registered veterinary technician devoted entirely to surgery.
Cedarcrest Animal Hospital has been serving the pets and people of Acworth, Georgia, and surrounding communities of Paulding County with veterinary excellence since 2008. Our stunning facility has over 15,000 sq/ft devoted to the care of our clients and patients and the comfort of our team, including; a spacious surgical suite, conference/break room with a full kitchen, open treatment area, separate isolation ward, private doctor's offices, large kennel, separate boarding for felines, and an indoor/outdoor doggie daycare space.
Our vision is to support the well-being of our community and its pets through our commitment to excellent veterinary medicine, building lasting client relationships, and empowering our team members.
Team Member Quotes
"The team we work with on a daily basis makes it not only a productive environment but a fun one as well. Cedarcrest Animal Hospital has a family feel with the team as well as most of the clients. We also have the freedom to practice high-quality medicine with the support of the team."
- Erica Chase, DVM, Associate Veterinarian
"Having worked at Cedarcrest Animal Hospital for over 10 years, and now as the Lead Veterinarian, I can honestly say it has been a joy working here. The team is like family and the tight-knit community has been a pleasure to serve. A well-equipped facility and a strong support staff make my job easy. I cannot imagine working anywhere else!"
-Kelly Qualls, DVM, Lead Veterinarian
About This Role
As an Associate Veterinarian at Cedarcrest Animal Hospital, you will practice exceptional veterinary medicine, in a beautiful, modern, state of art facility located in a town you will love to call home. Together with the latest equipment and technology, a compassionate and talented medical and support team, and a warm, welcoming, and encouraging environment you will AMAZE as a veterinarian.
Our Location
Cedarcrest Animal Hospital is located in Acworth, GA just 35 miles northwest of Atlanta, GA. Acworth, GA is a delightful and appealing place to live, learn, work and play. It is often referred to as the "Lake City'' as it is close to Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona. Housing is affordable and the schools are highly rated. Kennesaw State University is a rapidly growing source of higher education learning.
Local parks are a leading attraction for pets and people living in Acworth, GA. Nearby lakes and mountains provide hundreds of acres of outdoor recreation, such as hiking, running, biking, fishing, boating, camping, and much more. Acworth's local festivals, farmers' markets, concerts, award-winning restaurants, and shopping make this small city feel like a BIG city, without all the traffic.
Why You Want to Work Here
- Family-friendly practice
- Ability to practice your medicine, your way
- Remote access to practice management software, laboratory results, and radiographs
- Flexibility in hours when needed
- Well respected practice in the community
- An experienced management team that truly appreciates and empowers the team
- No holidays, Sundays, overnights, or on-call
- Adequate time for appointments and case work-up
- Experienced, educated, and supportive medical team with over 250 years of veterinary medicine experience.
- Mentorship available for new grads
We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.
Position Skills:
- Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
- Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
- Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient's condition to DVM
- Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
- Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
- High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
Position Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED certificate
- Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
- Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
- Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- P:ay range of $14/hour based on experience
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
- Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
- Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).
