Emergency Veterinarian

Location Chattanooga
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $150,000 +
Contact name: Maeve Cummins

Contact email: maeve@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3620
Published: 19 days ago

Emergency Veterinarian (ER DVM) – Chattanooga, TN
Full-Time or Part-Time · Advanced Equipment · Strong Mentorship

A well-equipped 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital in Chattanooga is seeking a passionate Emergency Veterinarian to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced ER doctors or new graduates interested in a mentorship-driven environment.

Highlights:

  • Flexible scheduling: Full-time (3x12s), part-time, or 9-shift/month options available

  • No on-call and no non-compete for GP vets

  • Diverse caseload and full clinical autonomy

  • Mentorship available—ideal for new grads eager to learn ER medicine

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary of $125K–$150K + production (earning potential $200K+)

  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual

  • Up to $25K sign-on bonus and $10K relocation assistance

  • Up to $12K/year in student loan support

  • CE allowance ($2,500 + CE PTO)

  • Paid parental leave

  • Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

  • 401(k) with 2% match

  • Licensure & DEA fees covered

Why Join:

  • Access to a CT scanner, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital X-ray, LigaSure, oxygen cages, and more

  • Work alongside specialists in Surgery, Oncology, and Internal Medicine

  • High-quality support with a 4:1 tech-to-doctor ratio

  • Tailored ER mentorship program—no ER experience required

  • Tennessee has no state income tax

Candidate Profile:

  • DVM/VMD (or equivalent); Tennessee license or willingness to transfer (fees covered)

  • Committed to high-quality emergency care and a collaborative team dynamic

  • Open to some nights/weekends (flexible scheduling available)

    If you would like to explore this opportunity email Maeve at maeve@lloydandcowan.com. Or submit your resume to apply!