Description

Medical Director - Emergency Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

Ready to lead, mentor, and make a lasting impact? This is more than a Medical Director position; it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a thriving emergency and specialty hospital while continuing to practice exceptional emergency medicine. You'll work alongside an experienced leadership team, collaborate with board-certified specialists, and have the autonomy to influence patient care, team development, and hospital growth.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga is now hiring a dedicated, experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join our team as a Medical Director. This opportunity will allow you to develop your career without giving up patient care or your work-life balance!

What You'll Do:

• Work on the clinical floor 3-4 days per week
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Veterinarians
• Conduct annual reviews, host team meetings, develop compliance protocols, and ensure adherence to standards of care
• Oversee medical staffing plans and align doctor scheduling to patient care needs and operational goals
• Partner with Hospital Leadership and Regional Operations to drive hospital strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve financial goals
• Create and maintain a positive, team-first environment focused on quality medicine and outstanding client service
• Support Veterinarians’ professional and personal development through coaching and guidance

With a 4.3-star rating from more than 1,000 Google reviews, we’re proud of the reputation we’ve built as Chattanooga’s premier specialty and emergency hospital and a trusted resource for pets, families, and referring veterinarians throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.

Live and work in scenic Chattanooga, Tennessee!You'll 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:

• $180-200k base salary + production (no negative accrual) (negotiable)
  • Higher base salary offered for specialists pursuing a Medical Director position
• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
• Equity available to qualified candidates
• Up to $50k sign-on bonus
• Up to $10k relocation assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• CE Allowance ($3,500 a year and 3 days of CE-specific PTO for Medical Directors)
• We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees
• Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including a Veterinary Medical Director Cohort Training Program
• No state income tax!

Our ideal candidate:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain - we cover state licensure transfer fees)
• Federal DEA licenses or is eligible to obtain upon hire
• 5+ years of Emergency (ER) Veterinary Medicine practice experience
• Prior experience in a Medical Director or leadership role
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills
• Proficiency in internal medicine, diagnostics, surgery and emergency care
• Committed to practicing gold-standard medicine and fostering a positive, growth-focused culture

About Our Hospital:

• 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 scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Fully equipped surgical suites
• Specialized equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine/feline transfusions, LigaSure, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler
• 24/7 patient monitoring and critical care
• Chemotherapy and immunotherapy services
• Isolation ward for infectious disease care
• Home to Cure for Cats Thyroid Treatment Center
• A collaborative culture rooted in teamwork, quality medicine, and client experience

Ready to lead, mentor, and help shape the future of emergency medicine? We'd love to learn more about you. Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation to explore whether this opportunity is the right fit for your career goals.

About Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - 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.

Hear more about working with us from the team at Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Chattanooga!

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

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, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.