Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency-Trained Veterinarian

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

Benefits offered by this job

$200k - $250k base with 25% production

Equity and leadership pathways

$50k sign-on bonus

Up to $10k relocation assistance

Annual student loan relief

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and CE allowance

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Chattanooga is seeking a Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency-Trained Veterinarian to join our surgical service within a collaborative emergency and specialty hospital in Chattanooga, TN. This role offers leadership, mentorship, and a path to grow a high-volume surgical service.

You will manage complex cases with access to CT, ultrasound, ICU monitoring, and a full suite of surgical equipment in a 6,180-square-foot facility, contributing to a dynamic,

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited veterinary school or equivalent.
• Active Tennessee veterinary license or ability to obtain (licensure transfer fees covered).
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or residency-trained and board-eligible in veterinary surgery.
• Strong communication, mentorship mindset, and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Build and expand the surgery program.
• Leadership pathways and equity opportunities for qualified candidates.
• Practice advanced surgical medicine with access to CT, ultrasound, ICU monitoring, and fully equipped surgical suites.
• Collaborate with surgery, oncology, and emergency clinicians.
• Manage diverse soft tissue and orthopedic surgical cases with strong emergency support.
• Mentor emergency clinicians, interns, and other veterinarians.
• Flexible scheduling options including full-time and part-time roles.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentorship

Team-oriented

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

DVM from an accredited veterinary school

Active veterinary license in Tennessee

DACVS or residency-trained in veterinary surgery

Tools

CT imaging

Ultrasound

ICU monitoring

Transfusion medicine

Surgical suites

Job description

Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency-Trained Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

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

Help build and shape the future of veterinary surgery in Chattanooga!
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is seeking a Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency-Trained Veterinarian to join our growing surgery service within a collaborative emergency and specialty hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity for a surgeon who wants more than a clinical role. You'll have the opportunity to help grow and shape our surgical service, manage a diverse and complex caseload, collaborate with emergency and specialty clinicians, and mentor veterinarians and interns in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

• Build the service: Play a key role in developing and expanding our surgery program.
• Leadership opportunities: Equity and leadership pathways are available for qualified candidates.
• Advanced surgical medicine: Practice with access to CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, transfusion medicine, ICU monitoring, and fully equipped surgical suites.
• Collaborative specialty team: Work alongside specialists in surgery and oncology and a growing team of emergency clinicians.
• Diverse caseload: Manage challenging soft tissue and orthopedic surgical cases with strong emergency and critical care support.
• Mentorship: Help mentor emergency clinicians, interns, and other veterinarians while contributing to a culture of clinical excellence.
• Flexible scheduling: Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with a focus on sustainable scheduling and work-life balance.

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:

• $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 and exciting surgical caseload

Our ideal candidate:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school
• Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain - we cover state licensure transfer fees)
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (DACVS) or residency-trained and board-eligible in veterinary surgery
• Passion for advanced, high-quality medicine
• Strong communicator with a professional, team-oriented approach
• Interest in mentorship, collaboration, and clinical excellence

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