Veterinarian - Murfreesboro, TN

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Who We Are

If you’re searching for a collaborative and dedicated team, look no further! Veterinary Associates of Murfreesboro, in Murfreesboro, TN is a multi-doctor, full-service small animal hospital that is equipped to see a variety of cases, including medical care, surgical care, and dental care. We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team.

About Our Hospital

  • Recently renovated facility with 7 exam rooms
  • Fully equipped surgical suite
  • Spacious treatment area
  • Surgical laser and electrocautery unit
  • In-house lab
  • Ultrasound

Digital Radiography

This is an outstanding opportunity for veterinarians of all experience levels who enjoy connecting with the community and learning from others. This is a great opportunity for an experienced doctor to expand their skill set in the company of a collaborative team, and we would be happy to mentor a new graduate for the position.

Our Approach to Mentorship

Our collaborative team includes a certified mentor who has completed dedicated training to develop and strengthen their mentoring skills. They support your clinical confidence, professional growth, and personal wellbeing as you begin your veterinary career.

Recent Graduates Benefit From

  • Tailored orientation, one-on-one surgical training, and shadowing
  • Longer appointments and regular check-ins to set goals and review progress.
  • Guidance from a certified mentor as you navigate your first DVM role.
  • Peer networking, virtual discussions, and case reviews with experienced veterinarians

What's in It for You

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth, including:

  • Medical benefits (health, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid dues, licensure, and professional liability coverage.
  • Continuing education allowance and PTO
  • Vacation time for work-life balance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid parental leave.
  • And more

Where We Are

Murfreesboro is home to Middle Tennessee State University and a thriving downtown area. Outdoor enthusiasts will have an abundance of activities to choose from – kayaking, hiking, fishing, hunting, climbing, and so much more! Located just 30 minutes south of bustling Nashville, TN, you have access to big city amenities like the Country Music Hall of Fame, sports venues, a diverse food scene, and endless Broadway activities.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals within a collaborative hospital environment. The role involves working with a team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes while participating in mentorship and professional development activities.

Requirements

The position is open to veterinarians of all experience levels, including new graduates who will receive tailored orientation and surgical training. Candidates must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the relevant jurisdiction.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Small animal surgeryMedical diagnosticsElectro-cauteryClinical mentorshipPatient careTeam collaboration

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 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Location & Logistics

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

Top Veterinarian Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution12 jobs · 10 employers

6
<$135k
3
$140k
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$150k-165k
3
$165k-180k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 10 employers

Sign-on bonus
92%
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
83% this job
Relocation assistance
50%
Loan repayment
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,022 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Murfreesboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$391k
Typical market rent
$1,675/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Veterinary Associates of Murfreesboro

Benefits & Perks

Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Dues, Licensure, and Professional Liability Coverage
Continuing Education Allowance
PTO
Vacation Time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave