Associate Veterinarian - Exotics & Comprehensive Care

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation or sign-on bonus

Job summary

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic in the Sevierville/Seymour area near Knoxville, TN, is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor team. We provide high-volume companion animal care with exotics and a supportive, growth‑minded atmosphere.

The role emphasizes personalized medicine, strong client communication, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.
• Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
• Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
• Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with State Veterinary Practice Act and applicable laws; maintain accurate medical records.
• Perform diagnostic workups, establish histories, exams, and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe/administer drugs, vaccines, and therapies; perform surgery and dental procedures as appropriate.
• Communicate diagnoses and home-care instructions to clients and team; address concerns.
• Promote safety by maintaining clean, sterile treatment areas and safe restraint techniques.
• Build relationships with clients and gain trust and compliance.
• Attend department meetings and support hospital alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Surgical skills

Diagnostic abilities

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

Job description

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic in the Sevierville/Seymour area near Knoxville, TN, is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor team. We provide high-volume companion animal care with exotics and a supportive, growth‑minded atmosphere.

The role emphasizes personalized medicine, strong client communication, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative hospital setting.