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Associate Veterinarian
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What they do
A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$113,562 / year median in Tennessee
+20% projected growth
Job Description
- DVM role at a family-owned, mixed animal clinic in Perry County, TN, one hour from Nashville
- Flexible caseload structure: choose mixed animal (including farm and equine) or small animal only depending on your preference
- Wide variety of cases reflective of the rural location, including presentations rarely seen in traditional general practice
- Well-equipped facility with IDEXX Catalyst, digital radiography, small and large animal ultrasound, surgical-laser, and two surgery tables
- No weekends, no after-hours, and no on-call! A true four-day work week
- Exceptional support staff to veterinarian ratio
- Mentorship available from two supportive DVM owners
- Cross-collaboration with nearby clinics should you need extra support on cases
- On-site apartment available for relocating candidates
- Long-term pathway to clinical leadership and ownership for the right individual About You (Min 5 bullet points):
- DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
- Hold or be eligible for a Tennessee Veterinary State License in good standing
- Confident across routine small animal surgery, dentistry, and general wellness
- Large animal or equine experience is a bonus but not essential for small animal focused candidates
- Compassionate, community-minded, and committed to building lasting client relationships
- A long-term thinker excited by the opportunity to grow with a practice and help shape its future Benefits (Min 5 bullet points):
- Competitive base salary of $100,000 to $120,000 depending on experience
- Emergency fees go directly to the veterinarian for any emergency work taken on
- 3% retirement match
- PTO allowance
- Continuing education stipend of approximately $2,000 per year
- Professional dues covered for two organizations annually
- State license fees paid
- Professional liability insurance reimbursement (PLIT)
- Health insurance stipend provided
- Pet care discounts available
- Company vehicle provided for farm calls
- On-site apartment available for veterinarians relocating to the area
- Long-term pathway to leadership, co-ownership, and partnership
- Much more