A practice built around the people in it

Mirror Lake Animal Hospital is a privately owned small-animal practice in Villa Rica, Georgia. We believe exceptional veterinary medicine begins with exceptional people, and we’ve built a culture around compassionate care, clinical excellence, integrity, and genuine relationships with our patients, our clients, and one another.

No after-hours emergency call. Ever.

Our appointment-based practice is built around efficiency, teamwork, and a schedule you can plan a life around. We want our doctors to love practicing medicine for the long term, not simply survive it.

What it's like to work here

We’re intentional about creating an environment where veterinarians thrive. Whether you’re an experienced clinician, a recent graduate, or a student exploring your future, you’ll find a practice that values mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.
Questions are encouraged. Ideas are welcomed. Success is shared.
Our mission is simple: provide high-quality, individualized care while treating every pet as if they were our own. We get there through thoughtful diagnostics, excellent communication, continual learning, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

Our core values

Compassion

We care deeply for our patients, clients, and each other.

Excellence

We pursue the highest standards in medicine, service, and continual improvement.

Integrity

We do what is right, even when no one is watching.

Stewardship

We responsibly care for the trust, resources, and opportunities we’ve been given.

Growth

We believe learning never stops, and we invest in the development of our people.

What our clients say

Join our team

We hire for fit as much as for skill. If you’re looking for a practice where your voice matters, mentorship is genuine, and patient care always comes first, we’d love to meet you.

Associate Veterinarian

Full-time or part-time

Join our team and practice high-quality, spectrum of care medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment. We’re looking for a veterinarian who values strong client relationships, compassionate patient care, and being part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Whether you’re a new graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced doctor seeking a practice where you can thrive, we’d love to meet you.

Veterinary school teaches you medicine. A good externship teaches you how to practice it.
We take one student at a time, which means you work alongside our doctors rather than watching from the back of the room. You’ll see appointments, diagnostics, surgery, and the client conversations that go with all of it.

Paid, with housing provided. We think students should be able to afford the experience that shapes their careers.

How it works

  • One student at a time
  • Two to four weeks
  • Four to five days per week, 35 to 40 hours
  • Paid position, housing provided
  • You’ll need to show proof of professional liability insurance, either through your school or the AVMA
Because we host one student at a time, space is limited. Applications are reviewed in the order they’re received and placement isn’t guaranteed, so apply as early as you can.
If you’re exploring veterinary medicine as a career, shadowing is the best way to find out whether it’s right for you. Spend a day with us and see what the work actually looks like.
How it works
  • One day: Choose a full day, 9:00am to 5:00pm, or a half day, 9:00am to 1:00pm
  • Open to students 17 and older
  • A signed waiver is required before your visit. If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign it.
  • An application is required, and we’ll schedule your day based on availability

Application form

Tell us about yourself

Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch. If you’d rather talk first, call us at 770.783.9231.