Part Time Emergency Veterinarian

Apecvet; Jonesborough (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000

CE stipend

Licensing and dues reimbursement

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

Apecvet, located at Airport Pet Emergency Clinic in Jonesborough, TN, is seeking a Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. You'll work flexible hours while delivering exceptional emergency care to pets in a supportive environment. Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree and have a current veterinary license in Tennessee. The position offers significant benefits, including signing bonuses, CE stipends, and a commitment to professional well-being. Join us in making a difference for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in emergency practice.
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery.

Skills

Emergency medicine knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Surgical skills

Teamwork

Education

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD)

Current State Veterinary License

Job description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Our commitment to a Culture of Care supports team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer local autonomy with national support, career mobility and development opportunities, and a collaborative inclusive environment where wellbeing comes first.

We are hiring a Part‑Time Emergency Veterinarian with predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment. You’ll enjoy flexibility while working alongside a locally led care team supported by national resources.

Airport Pet Emergency Clinic in Blountville, Tennessee proudly provides high‑quality emergency and critical care services to pets throughout the Tri‑Cities region of Northeast Tennessee and surrounding areas of Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emergency medicine is our passion, and we take pride in delivering exceptional care when pets and their families need it most.

Why Join Us:

• Enjoy working with a highly skilled support team, including 13 experienced technicians
• We have advanced diagnostic tools, including a Cornerstone full diagnostic suite, digital radiology integrated with our PMS, ultrasound, and more
• Flexible scheduling with 10–12 shifts per month

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to ensure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in emergency practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical knowledge and skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Problem‑solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Communication skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to continuing education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

Benefits

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
• CE stipend
• Licensing and dues reimbursement
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• A supportive home hospital environment, backed by national resources and a strong Culture of Care

Pay Range: $120,000 — $150,000 USD

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