Daytime ICU - Emergency Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) Retirement Plan

Up to $10k relocation assistance

CE Allowance ($2,500 a year)

Job summary

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education is seeking a skilled Daytime ICU Emergency Veterinarian to join the team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The role offers a competitive salary of $160,000 per year, with a flexible schedule of 12-hour shifts.

Ideal candidates will have a DVM degree, excellent communication skills, and a passion for emergency veterinary medicine. Join a supportive team in a state-of-the-art facility with numerous benefits including relocation assistance, paid time off, and professional development resources.

Qualifications

• Active veterinary license in Tennessee preferred.
• Experience as an ICU Veterinary Hospitalist or Emergency Veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care for ICU cases.
• Manage cases with clinical autonomy.

Skills

Emergency veterinary medicine

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree / VMD

Job description

Daytime ICU - Emergency Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time (Part-time considered)

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $160,000 / year

Description We are seeking an experienced Daytime ICU Emergency Veterinarian (ER DVM) to join our team.

Part-time or Full-time candidates will be considered.

• The full-time schedule generally consists of 12 12‑hour shifts per 4‑week block and are typically Monday‑Thursday shifts.
• No mandatory on-call shifts!

Live and work in scenic Chattanooga!

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

• 160k base salary plus production
• Production is paid out quarterly with no negative accrual!
• Sign‑on bonus
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
• Up to $10k relocation assistance
• Eligible to participate in annual student loan relief program - up to $12k annually!
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• CE Allowance ($2,500 a year and 3 days of CE specific PTO for Full‑Time Emergency Veterinarians (ER DVM))
• We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees
• Diverse ER caseload with clinical autonomy – manage cases you won't encounter at other hospitals!
• Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including Global FAST Scan Ultrasound, 3‑Day Spay & Neuter Training, and 2‑Day Hands‑On Dental Training.
• No state income tax!
• No non‑compete agreements for General Practice!

Our ideal candidate

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree / VMD or equivalent
• An active veterinary license in the state of TN is preferred, but not required, we will cover state licensure transfer fees
• Experience as an ICU Veterinary Hospitalist or Emergency Veterinarian preferred
• Passionate about practicing outstanding emergency veterinary medicine but also building and fostering a strong team
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

What we offer at our practice

• State‑of‑the‑art veterinary technology and fully equipped surgical suites, including an on‑site CT scanner, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy.
• The most up‑to‑date equipment including Snyder oxygen cage, canine and feline transfusions, Liga‑Sur, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler
• A team of Specialists in Oncology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine, a cohesive group of seven (and counting) Emergency Clinicians, and a skilled team of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and support staff
• 4 to 1 Veterinary Technician to DVM Ratio
• 24‑hour monitoring care
• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy
• Isolation ward
• Cure for Cats Thyroid Treatment Center
• A cohesive group of experts that values teamwork and client experience
• A nurturing work atmosphere with ongoing training and development