Daytime ICU - Emergency Veterinarian
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Daytime ICU
- Emergency Veterinarian
Department:
Veterinarians
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Compensation: $160,000 / year
Are you an experienced Emergency Veterinarian looking for the excitement of ER medicine without sacrificing your nights, weekends, or work-life balance?
Join Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga as a Daytime ICU Emergency Veterinarian and enjoy a unique opportunity to practice advanced emergency and critical care medicine alongside specialists, experienced ER clinicians, and a dedicated support team, all with a schedule designed to give you more time outside the hospital.
- Daytime ICU-focused ER role with no overnight shifts or mandatory on-call
- Enjoy flexible scheduling!
- The full-time schedule generally consists of twelve 12-hour shifts per 4-week block and are typically Monday
- Thursday shifts. - Part-time or Full-time candidates will be considered.
- The full-time schedule generally consists of twelve 12-hour shifts per 4-week block and are typically Monday
- $160k base salary plus production with no negative accrual
- Collaborate with board-certified specialists in surgery and oncology
- Practice advanced emergency medicine with CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, and ICU monitoring
- Join a supportive team with a strong technician-to-DVM ratio
Live and work in scenic Chattanooga, Tennessee!
Experience it all in Chattanooga, where mountains, rivers, and a thriving city come together. With no state income tax, your income goes further while you enjoy exceptional outdoor recreation, arts, and culture.
Benefits:- 160k base salary plus production
- Production is paid out quarterly with no negative accrual!
- Sign-on bonus
- Up to $10,000 relocation assistance
- Eligible to participate in annual student loan relief program - up to $12,000 annually!
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- CE Allowance ($2,500 a year and 3 days of CE specific PTO for Full-Time Emergency Veterinarians (ER DVM))
- We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees
- Diverse ER caseload with clinical autonomy - manage cases you won't encounter at other hospitals!
- Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including Global FAST Scan Ultrasound, 3-Day Spay & Neuter Training, Dental Training, hands-on ER wet labs and education on the latest emergency medicine techniques and procedures.
- No state income tax!
- No non-compete agreements for General Practice!
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree / VMD or equivalent
- Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain - we cover state licensure transfer fees)
- Experience as an ICU Veterinary Hospitalist or Emergency Veterinarian preferred
- Passionate about practicing outstanding emergency veterinary medicine but also building and fostering a strong team
- Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients
- A 6,180-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility providing advanced emergency and specialty care
- A team of Specialists in Oncology and Surgery, and a cohesive group of nine (and counting) Emergency Clinicians
- A skilled team of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and support staff (4 to 1 Veterinary Technician to DVM Ratio)
- A dedicated leadership team including a Hospital Administrator, a Director of Clinical Staff, and a Client Service Supervisor
- Advanced diagnostics: onsite CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy
- Fully equipped surgical suites
- Specialized equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine/feline transfusions, Liga Sure, Poli Phase sealant, and GIA stapler
- 24/7 patient monitoring and critical care
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy services
- Isolation ward for infectious disease care
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- A collaborative culture rooted in teamwork, quality medicine, and client experience
- A nurturing work atmosphere with ongoing training and development
- Chattanooga
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is a 24-hour Emergency and Referral facility. We are a one-of-a-kind specialty animal hospital comprised of a cohesive group of experts who values teamwork and client experience. Our hospital is a neighborhood partner and a trusted resource that has the tools to provide advanced diagnostics, evaluation, and treatment.
We provide veterinary care in an environment rooted in comfort and compassion. Our hospital is comprised of a cohesive group of veterinarians who are board-certified, with advanced experience and training in a variety of areas: internal medicine, surgery, and oncology. We use state-of-the- art medical technology and fully equipped surgical suites, including an on-site CT scanner, digital X-ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy.
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Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation,…
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