Veterinarian - Lafayette, TN

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Who We Are

Macon County Veterinary Hospital

Macon County Veterinary Hospital, located in Lafayette, Tennessee, is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established and respected veterinary practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a new or experienced veterinarian looking for a collaborative environment where you can grow, thrive, and truly make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

About Our Hospital

Macon County Veterinary Hospital is a long-standing practice serving a loyal, community-oriented client base, open six days a week. Our facility is a large, well-maintained hospital with both interior and exterior updates and a separate boarding facility. Our hospital is equipped to support high-quality, efficient medicine with access to:

  • Ultrasound
  • Therapeutic laser
  • Dental X-ray machine
  • Surgical drill

The Position

  • Open to new graduates, experienced or part- time doctors
  • Strong mentorship available with one-on-one surgical training
  • Team that values collaboration, respect, and community involvement!
  • Summus laser therapy certification among team members
  • 4-day work week
  • Expanded appointment availability
  • A consistent and diverse surgical caseload

No After-hours or On-call Requirements

Competitive compensation package with sign-on bonus!

What's in It for You

If you’re looking for a practice that values teamwork, mentorship, and work-life balance—while still offering medical variety and growth opportunities— Macon County Veterinary Hospital would love to meet you.

Where We Are

Lafayette, TN is a small, close-knit town in Macon County, about 70 miles northeast of Nashville. It offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with a low cost of living and affordable housing, making it attractive for those seeking simplicity and space. Lafayette is best suited for candidates who value small-town living, affordability, and a slower pace, and who are comfortable driving for work or amenities but also enjoy a wonderful community feel!

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary medicine and surgical care to a community-oriented client base. Collaborate with a team to treat pets and manage a diverse surgical caseload.

Requirements

Open to new graduates, experienced veterinarians, or part-time doctors. Candidates should be comfortable with small-town living and a collaborative team environment.

Key Skills

SurgeryAnimal Care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 82% have no call, 70% 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).

Location & Logistics

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

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 16 employers

Sign-on bonus
89% this job
CME allowance
89%
401k / retirement match
89%
Relocation assistance
32%
Visa sponsorship
11%

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Lafayette

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Median resident rent
$896/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (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 Macon County Veterinary Hospital

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
4-day work week
No after-hours or on-call
Mentorship
Surgical training