Emergency Veterinarian

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tennessee seeks an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to provide advanced emergency and critical care with clinical autonomy.

You will work with board-certified specialists, a strong technician-to-DVM ratio, and a diverse caseload, with flexible scheduling and no mandatory on-call shifts. This role offers a high earning potential, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and active license in TN preferred but not required—licensure transfer fees covered.
• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload.
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists in surgery and oncology.
• Mentor and work closely with a high ratio of veterinary technicians to DVMs.

Skills

Emergency Veterinarian

Clinical autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Compensation: $125,000 - $160,000 / year

Department: Veterinarians

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $125,000 - $160,000 / year

Description

Are you an experienced Emergency Veterinarian looking for a diverse, challenging caseload and the opportunity to manage complex cases you may not encounter at other hospitals?

Join Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga as an Emergency Veterinarian and enjoy a unique opportunity to practice advanced emergency and critical care medicine alongside specialists, experienced ER clinicians, and a dedicated support team, all while having clinical autonomy.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Enjoy flexible scheduling!
  • The full-time schedule generally consists of twelve 12-hour shifts per 4-week block
  • Experienced overnight ER DVMs can opt to work 9 shifts every month / 4-week block.
  • Part-time or Full-time candidates will be considered.
  • No mandatory on-call shifts!
• High earning potential - $160k base salary plus production with no negative accrual!
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists in surgery and oncology
• Practice advanced emergency medicine with CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, and ICU monitoring
• Join a supportive team with a strong technician-to-DVM ratio (4 to 1 Veterinary Technician to DVM Ratio)

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

• 130k - 160k salary plus production - earning potential of $200k+
• Production is paid out quarterly with no negative accrual!
• Up to $25,000 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!

Our ideal candidate

• Experience as an Emergency Veterinarian is preferred
• Schedule Flexibility - typically 3-4 shifts per week, rotating to include night, swing and weekend shifts
• 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
• 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

• 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
• Advanced diagnostics: onsite CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Fully equipped surgical suites
• 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
• A nurturing work atmosphere with ongoing training and development

Ready to make a difference in emergency veterinary medicine?