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Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn, and garden supplies markets is seeking a Small Mammals Veterinarian to join our location in Atlanta, GA.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit
www.central.com
to learn more.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct regular training sessions on health and wellness protocols and best practices for our existing and new small mammal associates
- Oversee the Documentation and maintenance of records required for federal and state agencies.
- Work with leadership and management to update and enforce care and wellness best practices.
- Inspect, examine, and render necessary treatment / care to small mammals.
- Review and approve documents associated with transport, holding and/or distribution of small mammals domestically and internationally (I.e., health certificates).
- Accompany designated associates on routine vendor/supplier audits.
- Work closely with Auditing Veterinarians as well as veterinarians from governing state and federal offices to ensure compliance and protocol alignment.
- Other duties as assigned.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES
- DVM. Small Mammal experience is preferred.
- 2 years of experience working as a veterinarian (required).
- USDA certified (required)
- Additional experience in exotic animals, specifically reptiles and bird's ideal.
- Strong written, verbal, and leadership skills.
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and the ability to practice extreme discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- On site inspections twice a week (Sun and Wednesday)
- Electronic signature of Health Certificates Mon - Thursday via GVL
- Reachable by phone, email or text (Monday-Friday), requiring emergency availability.
- Ability to lift, bend, and twist.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
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Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Free Life and Disability Insurance
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Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
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Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
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Employee Assistance Program
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Access to thousands of free online courses
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Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
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Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
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Referral Program with cash bonus
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Access to on-demand pay
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Paid parental leave
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Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
Apr 25, 2025