Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinarian - Criticalist

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Criticalist Opportunity at Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (Atlanta, GA)

Now Hiring: Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinarian - Criticalist (DACVECC) Dogwood Specialty & Emergency – Dunwoody, GA | Opening 2026

Ready to Lead the Future of Critical Care?

Join us at Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency, a brand-new, state-of-the-art, 20,000+ sq ft hospital in Dunwoody, Georgia — and help us build the ICU and critical care service you’ve always envisioned.

Whether you’re a seasoned DACVECC or an early-career criticalist ready to make an impact, we invite you to become a founding leader of this specialty-driven hospital built around collaboration, innovation, and excellence in medicine.

Be Part of a True Multispecialty Environment

At Dogwood, critical care is central to our hospital model. You’ll join a highly collaborative team that includes:

· Two surgeons + two neurologists + cardiologist + anesthesiologist + anesthesia resident

· Internal medicine support available every weekday

· 8 emergency doctors, including a certified palliative care DVM

· Access to advanced imaging and diagnostics: CT, MRI, ultrasound, digital radiology

Our hospital is purpose-built for team-based medicine, providing you with access to shared rounds, seamless patient handoffs, and ICU design that makes sense.

What Makes Dogwood Different?

· Leadership-Driven ICU Design: From protocols to monitoring tech, you’ll help design how critical care is delivered.

· Founding Role: Create a sustainable ICU service from day one.

· Veterinary-Led Culture: Operated by veterinarians Drs. Agda Tamassia & Andre Shih — we value clinical autonomy and mutual respect.

Competitive Pay + Long-Term Growth

· Straightforward ProSal model — No negative accrual

· Equity/Ownership potential — Yes, you can grow with us

· Absolutely No Non-Compete Clause

Benefits Include:

· $5,000 CE allowance + 4 CE PTO days

· 120 hours PTO

· Paid parental leave

· 401(k) with company match

· Full health, dental, vision

· All licensing, dues, and DEA fees covered

About You And Dunwoody:

You’re a collaborative, medicine-forward DACVECC who:

· Believes great ICU care requires great communication

· Wants to work alongside ER, surgery, IM, and anesthesia for full-spectrum care

· Enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping grow the next generation

· Seeks a culture of respect, learning, and clinical excellence

Why Dunwoody / Atlanta?

· Suburban charm + easy access to downtown ATL

· One of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Southeast

· Great public and private schools

· Diverse, vibrant food, music, and arts scene

· Major airport access for conferences, family, and fun

Let’s Talk

Help us launch something meaningful — and leave your mark in a place that’s truly built for specialists.

Dr. Agda Tamassia – Tamassia@dogwood.vet

Dogwood Specialty & Emergency – Where Critical Care is Central. Let’s build it together Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow. We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health. We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their veterinary medicine careers without burning out. We don’t just talk about it; we live it!

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.