Board-Certified Criticalist (DACVECC) or Residency-Trained Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan relief

401(k) match

CE allowance

Paid parental leave

No state income tax

Work-life balance

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking a Board-Certified Criticalist (DACVECC) or Residency-Trained Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian to join a growing specialty team. This is a unique opportunity to provide advanced emergency and critical care, collaborate with board-certified specialists, mentor clinicians, and help develop best practices that elevate patient care.

We offer leadership opportunities, a diverse ECC caseload, CT imaging, ultrasound, endoscopy,

Qualifications

• DVM degree or equivalent
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency-Trained Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
• Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain – we cover state licensure transfer fees)
• Highly organized and capable of handling a wide range of cases
• Passionate about practicing outstanding medicine but also working as a cohesive team
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency and critical care.
• Mentor clinicians and support staff in ECC best practices.
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists in surgery and oncology.
• Help develop standardized protocols and improve patient outcomes.

Skills

DACVECC

Emergency medicine

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

DVM

Tennessee license

Tools

CT imaging

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 / year

Department: Veterinarians

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 / year

Description

Shape the future of emergency and critical care medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee!

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking a Board-Certified Criticalist (DACVECC) or Residency-Trained Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian to join a growing specialty team. This is a unique opportunity to provide advanced emergency and critical care, collaborate with board-certified specialists, mentor clinicians, and help develop best practices that elevate patient care.

Why This Criticalist Opportunity Stands Out:

• Leadership opportunity: Build and influence ECC services within a growing specialty hospital
• Specialty collaboration: Work alongside board-certified specialists in surgery and oncology
• Advanced medicine: Manage complex cases supported by CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, transfusion medicine, and ICU monitoring
• Schedule flexibility: Full-time and part-time opportunities available. We value sustainable schedules and work-life balance while practicing advanced emergency and critical care medicine.

Live and work in scenic Chattanooga, Tennessee!

Experience it all in Chattanooga, where mountains, rivers, and a thriving city come together. With no state income tax, your income goes further while you enjoy exceptional outdoor recreation, arts, and culture.

Benefits:

• High earning potential - $200k - $250k base salary with 25% production (negotiable) - No Negative Accrual
• Equity and leadership pathways available to qualified candidates
• 50k sign-on bonus
• Up to $10k relocation assistance
• Annual student loan relief
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• CE Allowance ($5,000 a year and 4 days of CE-specific PTO for Board-Certified Specialists)
• We pay 100% of PLIT, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees
• No state income tax!
• Work-life balance
• Diverse ECC caseload with clinical autonomy

Our ideal candidate:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency-Trained Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
• Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain – we cover state licensure transfer fees)
• Highly organized and capable of handling a wide range of cases
• Passionate about practicing outstanding medicine but also working as a cohesive team
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

About Our Hospital:

• A 6,180-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility providing advanced emergency and specialty care
• A team of Specialists in Oncology and Surgery, and a cohesive group of nine (and counting) Emergency Clinicians
• A skilled team of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and support staff (4 to 1 Veterinary Technician to DVM Ratio)
• A dedicated leadership team including a Hospital Administrator, a Director of Clinical Staff, and a Client Service Supervisor
• Practice advanced ECC medicine with access to CT imaging, ultrasound, endoscopy, ICU monitoring, transfusion medicine, and fully equipped surgical suites to support complex case management
• Specialized equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine/feline transfusions, LigaSure, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler
• 24/7 patient monitoring and critical care
• Chemotherapy and immunotherapy services
• Isolation ward for infectious disease care
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• A collaborative culture rooted in teamwork, quality medicine, and client experience