PT Associate Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Medical insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join Animal Health Clinic in Manchester, Tennessee. This role supports a consistent schedule with Thursdays, Fridays, and every other Saturday, helping balance family commitments while staying clinically engaged.

The hospital has served Manchester and Coffee County for 40+ years, offering preventive care, surgery, dentistry, in-house diagnostics, urgent care, and integrative services.

Qualifications

• 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 a veterinary practice.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.

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 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 daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge.
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to ensure high standards.
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Surgical skills

Dental skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

DVM or VMD degree

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.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our 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
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

Position Overview

Care for pets. Maintain balance and flexibility. Nurture ongoing care.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our team at Animal Health Clinic in Manchester, TN. The ideal candidate would be excited to support a consistent schedule that includes Thursdays, Fridays, and every other Saturday.

Whether you’re balancing family commitments, pursuing personal interests, or simply seeking a more sustainable pace, we’re here to support you. This role allows you to stay clinically engaged without sacrificing balance, connection, or continuity of care. We’re flexible, open to conversation, and committed to understanding your availability and goals—and building a schedule that works for both you and the hospital.

Animal Health Clinic in Manchester, Tennessee, State is a well‑established full‑service small animal hospital serving Manchester and the surrounding Coffee County community for 40+ years.

Why Join Us

• The practice has built a strong local reputation for combining high‑quality medicine with a compassionate, relationship‑driven approach to care.
• Manchester, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, relaxed pace of life, and a convenient location between larger metro areas like Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, and Nashville.
• It’s a great fit for those seeking affordability, outdoor recreation, and less day‑to‑day congestion while still staying within easy reach of bigger cities.

The hospital provides a wide range of services including:

• Preventive / wellness care
• Surgery
• Dentistry
• In‑house diagnostics & lab capabilities
• Urgent care during business hours
• Acupuncture / integrative care

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Hudson Cutshall at [e-mail]

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

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 be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs 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 a veterinary 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.
• Diagnosis 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.