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Chattanooga, Tennessee

Emergency Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Emergency Veterinarian at Veterinary Care and Specialty Group! Are you looking to practice compassionate, advanced veterinary care while being surrounded by the beauty of North America’s First National Park City?

Look no further than Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) in scenic Chattanooga, Tennessee. VCSG is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our dynamic team.

Whether you are an experienced clinician or are just starting in your career, we offer robust mentorship opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

If you are seeking a position where every team’s goal is to continuously raise the bar for the standard of care and a culture of education and mentorship is fostered, VCSG might be the place for you.

VCSG is a premier regional small-animal emergency and referral hospital situated at the foot of Lookout Mountain, along the Tennessee River.

We are able to provide uncompromised care to even the most challenging cases from the tri-state area and beyond through interdepartmental collaboration and our state-of-the-art facility.

Why Join Us? Comprehensive Care: Our mission at Veterinary Care & Specialty Group is to provide compassionate, advanced referral and emergency care.

Our Services include: 24/7 Emergency Care Critical Care Surgery-Orthopedic and Soft Tissue Internal Medicine Neurology Cardiology Medical Oncology Radiation Oncology Physical Rehabilitation Innovative Scheduling for Community Impact: Participate in our new Fast Track ER rotating shift structure.

This innovative model is designed to provide greater access to non-emergent care for our community, offering flexible appointment options for pet owners when cases cannot be accommodated by their primary veterinarian, while helping to balance caseloads.

Excellent Location: Chattanooga, nestled in the picturesque Appalachian Mountains and bordered by the Tennessee River, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban amenities.

Known as the “Scenic City,” Chattanooga is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts with activities like hiking, kayaking, and biking readily available. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with attractions such as the Hunter Museum of American Art and the Tivoli Theatre.

The city also offers a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, making it a vibrant place to live and work. State of the Art Facility with Cutting Edge Technology: Includes ultrasound, digital radiology, CT scanning, and advanced laboratory resources.

Our main ER hospital is equipped with an in-house 1.5 Tesla MRI, 128-slice CT scanner, C-arm, high-flow oxygen ventilation, long-term ventilator, and onsite blood bank to ensure the highest standard of patient care.

The Cancer Center: Serves as a central hub for various departments within our facility, encompassing critical areas like medical and radiation oncology.

It houses our Varian 2024 Edge Linear Accelerator, allowing us to offer advanced, precise therapies and renewed hope to pet families when they need it most Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a people-oriented team that cares for each other and likes to have fun at work!

Our collaborative approach ensures comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. Learning and development are paramount, as we have a rotating internship program and a residency program in surgery.

We are committed to fostering mentorship, promoting continuing education, and providing ample career growth opportunities for all of our team members.

Benefits and Perks Mentorship available Competitive Salary Generous Paid Time Off Bonus and Relocation Assistance Medical, dental and vision coverage FSA/HSA Paid Family Leave Continuing Education Allowance 401-K with company match Pet care benefits and so much more Who We Need: We value professionals who bring exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a constructive, upbeat approach to navigating the demands of emergency medicine. If you’re the ideal candidate, you’ll:

  • Have earned a DVM or equivalent degree
  • Be passionate about emergency medicine
  • Be fulfilled by helping others
  • Thrive in team-oriented environments
  • Enjoy working a flexible schedule
  • Enjoy the ability to fully work up and treat a broad range of challenging cases Be Part of EVG Specialty Network Joining Veterinary Care and Specialty Group means being part of the esteemed EVG Specialty Network (evgspecialty.com). Benefit from the collective expertise and resources of a network dedicated to advancing veterinary care. Enjoy access to continuing education, collaboration opportunities, and the support of a community committed to excellence in veterinary medicine. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional emergency care. If you are passionate about advancing veterinary medicine and want to work with cutting-edge technology, we would love to hear from you! Apply Today! Send your resume and cover letter to careers@evgspecialty.com. For more information, visit vcsgvets.com Veterinary Care and Specialty Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, advanced emergency and referral veterinary care to small animals in a collaborative hospital environment. Participate in a rotating shift structure to ensure high-quality patient outcomes and support the hospital's interdepartmental medical services.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and possess a strong passion for emergency medicine. Exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced clinical setting are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosticsTeam collaboration

Emergency Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

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).

Veterinarian by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score2.8 / 10 · top 25% in emergency medicine (veterinary)ranked against 293 Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinarian median $140k (middle half $123k–$160k)447 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Emergency Medicine listings in Tennessee8 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All veterinarian listings in Tennessee68 active4,880 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 82% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Emergency Medicine listings484 in the last 30 days437 the 30 days before (+11%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (293 Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Tennessee figures use all veterinarians: too few Tennessee Emergency Medicine postings state pay.

Location & Logistics

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

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs · 6 employers
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
70%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 80% of Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 293 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
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About EVG Specialty Network

Veterinary Services
Washington, District of Columbia
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Mentorship available
Competitive Salary
Generous Paid Time Off
Bonus and Relocation Assistance
Medical, dental and vision coverage
FSA/HSA
Paid Family Leave
Continuing Education Allowance

Living in Chattanooga

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$324k
Typical market rent
$1,498/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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