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Sevierville, Tennessee

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic - Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Who Is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic in Sevierville, Tennessee - Associate Veterinarian

Tri-County is a full-service general practice offering compassionate, high-quality medicine for dogs and cats—with the added variety of exotics (birds, reptiles, and pocket pets). Our friendly, experienced team is committed to personalized care and a collaborative, growth-minded culture. We are seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor team!

Hospital Highlights

  • Multi-doctor practice with a skilled support team, including LVMTs, in a warm, client-focused environment
  • Robust services and tools: wellness and sick care, dentistry with dental radiographs, digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, echocardiograms/ECG, in-house lab, laser surgery & therapy, soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery, microchipping, and boarding
  • Exotics care (birds, reptiles, pocket pets) for clinicians who enjoy variety
  • Family-oriented, team-first culture focused on collaboration and professional growth
  • Lifestyle location: Sevierville/Seymour area near Knoxville and the Smokies
  • Who We’re Looking For
  • Full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian with 2+ years of experience
  • A collaborative teammate who values personalized medicine and stays current on advances in veterinary care

Position Summary

The primary purpose and function of the Associate Veterinarian is to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and exceptional client service. The Associate Veterinarian advocates for pets and their quality of life; builds a long term bonding relationship with clients; contributes to the development and maintenance of the human-pet bond; and educates clients on all aspects of pet health.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability.

Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws. Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.

Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.

Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.

Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.

Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.

  • Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.
  • Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.

Monthly Bonus Program with No Negative Accrual

  • Continuing education allowance and full week of paid time off for continuing education + additional continuing education stipends for hands on wetlabs/courses
  • Additional internal continuing education (including wellness focused) opportunities
  • Veterinary Specialists on Demand, NOMV Lifeboat and several other support platforms available
  • Relocation or sign-on bonus

Hours

Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Why VetEvolve

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.
  • Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
  • Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
  • Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
  • Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Apply here or contact Meaghan Mostriansky at Mostriansky@vetevolve.com for more information and a confidential, exploratory conversation!

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary care and exceptional client service for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Perform diagnostic workups, surgeries, and dental procedures while maintaining accurate medical records.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Client CommunicationPharmacologyPhysical Exam

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 Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.9 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,392 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $123k–$158k)470 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Tennessee42 active3,443 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 Veterinary Medicine listings1,282 in the last 30 days483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,392 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 Tri-County Veterinary Clinic - Associate Veterinarian at Vet Evolve a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,392 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

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

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Benefits & Perks

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 7.9
Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Vet Evolve

Veterinary Services
Richmond , VA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Monthly bonus program
Continuing education allowance
Relocation or sign-on bonus

Living in Sevierville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$436k
Typical market rent
$1,787/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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