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New Tazewell, Tennessee

Veterinarian Co-Medical Director | Rowland Veterinary Services

Veterinarian 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

Up to $155,000

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Job Description

Co-Medical Director (DVM) | Rowland Veterinary Services | Eastern Tennessee

Leadership Opportunity | Four-Day Work Week | No Weekends, On-Call, or Emergency Hours

Rowland Veterinary Services is seeking a Co-Medical Director to join our collaborative, multi-doctor veterinary team in beautiful Eastern Tennessee. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys mentorship, leadership, and practicing high-quality medicine while maintaining an exceptional work-life balance.

We're looking for a personable and motivated DVM with 3+ years of clinical experience who is passionate about patient care, team development, and helping shape the future of a thriving community-focused practice.

As Co-Medical Director, You'll Have the Opportunity To

  • Provide clinical leadership while maintaining an active caseload
  • Mentor and support fellow veterinarians and support staff
  • Collaborate on medical protocols, patient care standards, and hospital initiatives
  • Promote a culture of teamwork, learning, and accountability
  • Help drive hospital growth while preserving the compassionate care our clients value
  • Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on veterinary medicine

Schedule: 4 day schedule

  • No weekends
  • No on-call responsibilities
  • No after-hours emergencies

Why Rowland Veterinary Services?

We are a full-service veterinary practice providing comprehensive care for both companion animals and large animals. Our team is committed to practicing modern veterinary medicine while maintaining the personal relationships and community trust that have made us a respected part of Eastern Tennessee.

Our services include:

  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Small animal medicine
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Veterinary dentistry
  • Ultrasound diagnostics
  • Large animal care

Client Education and Preventive Health Programs

  • We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment where veterinarians are encouraged to grow, collaborate, and pursue their professional interests.
  • Core Competencies
  • Veterinary Leadership
  • Medical Team Development
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Large Animal Medicine
  • Companion Animal Care
  • Preventive Veterinary Medicine
  • Clinical Decision-Making
  • Associate Veterinarian Mentorship
  • Medical Protocol Development
  • Client Communication & Education
  • Team Collaboration
  • Hospital Growth & Strategy
  • Relationship Building
  • Compassionate Patient Care

What We're Looking For

  • DVM or equivalent degree
  • Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Tennessee
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Passion for mentorship and team development
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care
  • Collaborative and growth-oriented mindset

What We Offer

Up to $155,000 Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)

Monthly Medical Director Stipend

  • Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
  • Generous sign-on or relocation assistance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave and bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance plus CE days
  • Professional development support
  • Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage

Why Eastern Tennessee?

Eastern Tennessee offers an exceptional quality of life with stunning mountain views, abundant outdoor recreation, and welcoming communities. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, boating, or exploring the Great Smoky Mountains, you'll find endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while benefiting from a lower cost of living and a strong sense of community.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a veterinary leadership opportunity where you can practice exceptional medicine, mentor others, and enjoy true work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about joining Rowland Veterinary Services as a Co-Medical Director in Eastern Tennessee.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The Co-Medical Director will provide clinical leadership, mentor veterinary staff, and collaborate on medical protocols and hospital initiatives. They will also maintain an active caseload while driving hospital growth and ensuring high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Tennessee. A minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience is required, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 80% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,130 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $165k (middle half $145k–$175k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Tennessee38 active3,147 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 80% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings: 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings996 in the last 30 days502 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,130 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian Co-Medical Director | Rowland Veterinary Services at Western Veterinary Partners a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,130 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

7 jobs
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<$110k
0
$110k-150k
4
$150k-190k
1
$220k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

21 jobs · 8 employers
0
1-2
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3-4
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5-6
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Higher = better work-life balance

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$120k-$220k
#2

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Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Virtual Care Veterinarian (Remote)

$64-$80/hr
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.0
Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,130 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site
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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave
Annual CE allowance plus CE days
Professional development support
Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
Sign-on or relocation assistance
Quarterly production bonus

Living in New Tazewell

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$289k
Median resident rent
$702/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
86.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Morristown, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.