Chief Veterinary Medical Officer | Lead Emergency

Wulf Talent; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High base pay with production earnings

Annual performance bonus

Sign-on bonus up to $50K

Relocation assistance up to $10K

No state income tax in Tennessee

No non-compete for general practice

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive benefits: Medical,Dental

Vision insurance

Paid time off

CE allowance $3,500 + CE PTO days

Licensing fees covered

Leadership training program

Job summary

Lead veterinary leadership opportunity in a premier Chattanooga, Tennessee hospital. Oversees specialists and emergency clinicians, develops medical protocols, and partners with executive leadership to drive growth and financial success.

Role includes on-floor clinical work 3-4 days a week, mentorship of a diverse veterinary team, and ongoing staff development while upholding the highest patient-care standards.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree and board eligibility or board certification.
• Active Tennessee veterinary license or eligibility with transfer fees covered.
• 5+ years of Emergency Veterinary Medicine experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on the floor 3-4 days per week, balancing leadership duties with clinical practice.
• Manage and mentor a team of specialists and emergency veterinarians.
• Develop and uphold hospital-wide medical protocols to ensure excellence in patient care.
• Partner with hospital leadership to create strategic growth plans and ensure financial success.
• Lead team meetings, performance reviews, and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and industry best practices.
• Foster a collaborative, team-driven hospital culture that prioritizes innovation and patient-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Tennessee veterinary license

Job description

Lead veterinary leadership opportunity in a premier Chattanooga, Tennessee hospital. Oversees specialists and emergency clinicians, develops medical protocols, and partners with executive leadership to drive growth and financial success.

Role includes on-floor clinical work 3-4 days a week, mentorship of a diverse veterinary team, and ongoing staff development while upholding the highest patient-care standards.