Experienced Emergency Veterinarian (Swing Shift) | No Overnights or Weekends
Innovetive Petcare
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Innovetive Petcare is seeking an Experienced Emergency Veterinarian for Copeland Veterinary Hospital in Cookeville, Tennessee. This role offers a flexible swing shift schedule with no overnight work and no weekend duties.
Ideal candidates should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent, with experience in emergency medicine. The compensation package ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, plus benefits including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Join a community-focused team dedicated to advanced veterinary medicine and work-life balance.
Qualifications
- Experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, and surgery.
- Tennessee veterinary license preferred (licensure transfer assistance provided).
- A passion for high-quality veterinary medicine.
Responsibilities
- Manage and treat a diverse emergency caseload.
- Perform surgery and advanced diagnostic procedures.
- Provide exceptional client service and communication.
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Job description
Department: Veterinarians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Cookeville, Tennessee
Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 / year
Copeland Veterinary Hospital is hiring an experienced Emergency Veterinarian in Cookeville, Tennessee to join our collaborative, community-focused team.
Are you an experienced Emergency Veterinarian looking for the excitement of ER medicine, without sacrificing your nights and weekends? Do you want the autonomy to manage your own cases, perform surgery, and practice high-quality emergency medicine while maintaining a consistent schedule and work-life balance?
If you’re searching for an Emergency Veterinarian job in Tennessee that offers advanced medicine, schedule flexibility, strong earning potential, and true work-life balance, we’d love to connect with you.
Apply today to join Copeland Veterinary Hospital! Where exceptional veterinary medicine meets community-centered care!
- Full-time schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM – Midnight
- 8-hour swing shifts only — no overnight shifts
- No weekend requirements
- Flexible scheduling available for experienced ER DVMs (14–16 shifts per 4-week block)
As part of our established walk-in emergency hospital, you’ll see a diverse and rewarding emergency caseload while working alongside an experienced, highly trained veterinary team. Due to this model, you'll have the opportunity to see exciting ER cases and a chance to snuggle puppies and kittens! This is ideal for an Emergency Veterinarian seeking a sustainable ER schedule, advanced medical resources, and a supportive hospital culture.
- Base salary: $120,000–$160,000 + production (no negative accrual)
- Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus for experienced ER veterinarians
- Up to $10,000 relocation assistance
- Student loan assistance program
- 401(k) with 2% company match
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- CE allowance: $2,500 annually + 3 CE PTO days
- DEA, AVMA, state licensure, and liability insurance fully covered
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
- Tennessee veterinary license preferred (licensure transfer assistance provided)
- Experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, and surgery
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Team-oriented mindset with a passion for high-quality veterinary medicine
For more than 50 years, Copeland Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of emergency and advanced veterinary care in the Upper Cumberland region. Our team is passionate about delivering elevated medicine while fostering a positive, collaborative environment for doctors and staff alike.
- Diverse emergency and urgent care caseload
- Autonomy to work up and manage your own cases
- Advanced diagnostics and surgical opportunities
- Experienced veterinary technicians and support staff
- Collaborative doctor team focused on exceptional patient care
Our hospital offers comprehensive veterinary services including:
- Emergency & critical care
- Soft tissue surgery
- Dentistry
- Preventive and wellness care
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Laser therapy
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Advanced diagnostics
- Digital radiography
- Dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- Therapeutic laser
- Dedicated surgical suite
- CT imaging coming soon
- Structured mentorship and training programs
- Global FAST ultrasound training
- Hands‑on dental and surgical CE opportunities
- Continuing education support
Located between Nashville and Knoxville, Cookeville offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure, affordability, and small-town charm. Known for its beautiful waterfalls, lakes, hiking trails, and vibrant local culture, Cookeville is home to Tennessee Tech University and offers a welcoming, energetic community with excellent quality of life.
Enjoy easy access to:
- Cummins Falls State Park
- Burgess Falls
- Center Hill Lake
- Hiking, kayaking, fishing, and outdoor recreation
- Local restaurants, breweries, arts, and community events
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