Emergency Care - Associate Veterinarian - Knoxville, TN
Listed compensation
$125K - $175K
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Emergency Care - Associate Veterinarian - Knoxville, TN
An exceptional veterinary hospital, with a dedicated team, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide superior patient and client care to members of its community. The ideal team member for this hospital is a veterinarian who thrives in high-volume environments and remains calm and levelheaded under pressure!
This hospital is open to considering veterinarians who are experienced, as well as new graduates who are looking to begin their career in emergency medicine.
- Credentials & Qualifications That Are Required
- Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited college or university.
- Active state license in good standing, or currently pursuing licensure.
- Current DEA license in good standing, or willing to obtain.
- A commitment to veterinary excellence and upholding the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics.
- Qualities & Skills That Are Appreciated
- Being supportive, inclusive, a strong communicator, and constantly curious.
- Empathy and the ability to navigate difficult cases with sensitivity.
- Providing a little extra TLC to each patient.
- Excitement for learning, collaborating, and growing.
- Courage to seek out new challenges and experiences.
- Devotion to patient care, client care, clinical excellence, and professional development.
- Self-motivation, efficiency, creativity, confidence, and determination.
- Love for, and a dedication to veterinary medicine.
Total Rewards Created With Intention
Below is an overview. of rewards and benefits that our partners may offer, but the specific details surrounding each hospital’s total rewards package will be provided by the hiring manager during each interview process.
- A customized and comprehensive compensation package, that’s tailored to you!
- The potential for a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment options.
- A selection of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance plans, to fit your needs.
Company covered Professional Liability Insurance, state and DEA licensure, accreditations and memberships, and more!
- Paid PTO and Parental Leave, because self-care and family time is a priority!
- Retirement plans that provide a company match, so you’re not alone in planning for your future.
- Discounted veterinary care, so your personal pets are taken care of too!
- Annual allowance for professional development and continued learning.
If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you, we welcome you to apply!
Not quite ready to apply, or maybe you have some questions? We understand!
Reach out to us at: blake@usvta.com and he'll be happy to either connect with you directly, or connect you with one of our Talent Partners, within 48 hours.
All are welcome. USVTA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We will always provide a fair and equal interview and recruiting process to all applicants and candidates. All decisions made during our interview and recruiting process are based solely on an applicant’s or candidate’s qualifications, training, experience, and abilities. We will never discriminate against an applicant or candidate for any reason, including, but not limited to, based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, or genetic information.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide superior patient and client care within a high-volume emergency hospital environment. They are expected to navigate difficult cases with sensitivity while maintaining a commitment to veterinary excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine or an equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited institution. An active state license and a current DEA license in good standing are required for the position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Emergency Medicine Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $163k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$150k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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