Emergency Veterinarian – Memphis, Tennessee

Supreme Search Specialists; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus

Retention Incentives

Continuing Education

401(k)

Professional Fee Reimbursement

Employee Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) in Memphis, TN. The role offers a competitive salary range and flexible incentives within a busy specialty and emergency hospital.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality emergency and urgent veterinary care, manage varied caseloads, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and client communications.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school or recognized equivalent.
• Active Tennessee veterinary license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in veterinary emergency medicine.
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain and maintain registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency veterinary care for animals presenting with acute illness or injury.
• Stabilize critically ill or injured patients requiring immediate intervention.
• Perform diagnostic investigations and develop appropriate emergency treatment plans.
• Collaborate with veterinary specialists and emergency colleagues to coordinate complex patient care.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Critical care

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Laboratory testing

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian – Memphis, TN | $140,000–$160,000 + Signing Incentives

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Position: Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD)
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible Scheduling | Predictable Hours | Consistent Hospital Assignment
Salary: $140,000–$160,000 per Year
Additional Benefits: Signing Bonus, Retention Incentives, Continuing Education, 401(k), Professional Fee Reimbursement & Employee Wellbeing Support

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join an established specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.

Offering a salary of $140,000–$160,000 per year, signing and retention incentives, flexible scheduling, and predictable working hours, this position provides an attractive opportunity for veterinarians seeking a rewarding emergency medicine career with greater work-life balance.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality emergency and urgent veterinary care for companion animals, managing a varied caseload involving critical patient assessments, emergency diagnostics, medical stabilization, urgent treatment, and surgical procedures within clinical competency.

Working within a collaborative specialty and emergency environment, the Emergency Veterinarian will benefit from access to experienced veterinary specialists, skilled veterinary technicians, and modern diagnostic facilities.

The practice offers a consistent hospital assignment and opportunities to discuss flexible working arrangements, helping veterinarians maintain continuity of care while balancing professional responsibilities with their personal commitments.

This role provides the opportunity to practice evidence-based emergency medicine while collaborating with colleagues across multiple veterinary disciplines.

The position is particularly suited to an Emergency Veterinarian with at least one year of emergency clinical experience who enjoys managing challenging cases and working within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

About the Practice

The practice is an established specialty and emergency veterinary hospital providing advanced medical and emergency services to companion animals throughout Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee region.

Their experienced veterinary team is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining strong relationships with pet owners and referring veterinarians.

The hospital offers a well-equipped clinical environment with access to advanced diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, endoscopy, laboratory testing, and comprehensive patient monitoring equipment.

Veterinarians manage a varied emergency caseload involving acute illness, trauma, critical patient stabilization, diagnostic investigations, and urgent medical treatment.

The practice benefits from experienced veterinary specialists, emergency clinicians, and dedicated support staff who collaborate to deliver excellent patient outcomes.

A supportive workplace culture encourages teamwork, professional collaboration, continuing education, and the development of individual clinical interests.

The hospital also recognizes the importance of work-life balance, offering predictable working arrangements and scheduling flexibility to support veterinarians at different stages of their careers.

Located in Memphis, Tennessee, the area offers a vibrant cultural scene, excellent restaurants, live music, outdoor recreation, and an attractive cost of living.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency veterinary care for companion animals presenting with acute illness, injury, or critical medical conditions.

• Conduct thorough emergency examinations and assess patient stability.

• Perform diagnostic investigations and develop appropriate emergency treatment plans.

• Stabilize critically ill or injured patients requiring immediate medical intervention.

• Manage a varied caseload involving emergency medicine, urgent care, and critical patient monitoring.

• Perform emergency surgical procedures within clinical competency.

• Utilize advanced diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and clinical technology to support medical decision-making.

• Prescribe appropriate medications and maintain compliance with controlled substance regulations.

• Monitor hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans according to clinical progress.

• Collaborate with veterinary specialists and emergency colleagues to coordinate complex patient care.

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognoses.

• Provide appropriate discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations.

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records.

• Participate in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary case discussions.

• Work alongside veterinary technicians and support staff to maintain efficient emergency workflows.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of emergency medicine protocols.

• Support effective communication and continuity of care between clinical teams.

• Participate in continuing education and remain informed about advances in emergency veterinary medicine.

• Uphold professional veterinary standards, ethical guidelines, and relevant regulations.

Candidate Profile

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school or recognized equivalent.

• Active Tennessee veterinary license or eligibility to obtain licensure.

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in veterinary emergency medicine.

• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain and maintain registration.

• Strong clinical knowledge in emergency and critical care medicine.

• Confidence in assessing, diagnosing, and stabilizing critically ill or injured companion animals.

• Experience managing urgent medical cases and developing emergency treatment plans.

• Strong diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.

• Surgical and dental experience is beneficial.

• Ability to remain calm and make informed clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Confidence discussing complex medical conditions and treatment options with pet owners.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple emergency cases.

• A compassionate, patient-focused approach to veterinary medicine.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with veterinary specialists, emergency clinicians, and support staff.

• Commitment to maintaining high clinical standards and evidence-based veterinary medicine.

• Enthusiasm for continuing education, professional development, and clinical collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to recognize their emergency medicine expertise while supporting professional development and work-life balance.

Key benefits include:

• Salary: $140,000–$160,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Signing Bonus: Attractive signing incentives available.

• Retention Incentives: Additional financial incentives may be available.

• Flexible Scheduling: Opportunities to discuss working arrangements that support individual availability and professional commitments.

• Predictable Hours: Consistent scheduling arrangements designed to support work-life balance.

• Consistent Hospital Assignment: A stable clinical working environment supporting continuity of care.

• Continuing Education: CE stipend and access to professional development resources.

• Professional Fee Reimbursement: Support with veterinary licensing fees and professional dues.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan participation.

• Employee Pet Care Discounts: Discounts on eligible veterinary services.

• Employee Wellbeing Support: Access to mental wellbeing resources and employee assistance services.

• Advanced Clinical Facilities: Access to modern diagnostic imaging, emergency treatment equipment, and patient monitoring technology.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Opportunities to work alongside experienced veterinary specialists and emergency clinicians.

• Supportive Clinical Environment: Experienced veterinary technicians and dedicated emergency support staff.

• Clinical Autonomy: Freedom to practice high-quality emergency veterinary medicine within a collaborative environment.

• Career Development: Opportunities to expand emergency and critical care skills and pursue long-term professional growth.