Veterinarian Specialist - Surgery
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Job Description
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Nashville, TN is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon to join our growing specialty team. As a leader in emergency and specialty care, BluePearl is committed to delivering exceptional medicine in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform advanced surgical procedures using state-of-the-art diagnostics.
- Collaborate with a strong, multidisciplinary specialty and ER team.
- Provide compassionate, clear communication to pet owners.
- Contribute to a culture focused on learning, excellence, and continuous improvement.
What You Bring
- DVM/VMD and surgical residency completion (or residency-trained).
- TN veterinary license (or ability to obtain).
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
- Team-focused, compassionate, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary + production potential
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Continuing education allowance and access to BluePearl University
- Flexible scheduling and well-being support programs
- Unique Opportunities
- BluePearl Cares: 501(c)(3) expanding access to care
- Vet-TROMA: First-of-its-kind partnership with the U.S. Army
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation + unique incentive plan
- 401(k) with match; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
- Parental & fertility benefits; employer-paid STD/LTD
- Annual clinician stipend
- Exceptional technician support & regional social workers
- Free access to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove
- BluePearl University, BluePearl Science, and a 2,000+ journal library
- Mental health support: LYRA (12 free sessions) + EAP
- Pet care discounts, Royal Canin, Mars products, travel, electronics & more
Annual Company Store Allowance
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced surgical procedures using state-of-the-art diagnostics while collaborating with a multidisciplinary specialty and emergency team. Provide compassionate communication to pet owners and contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree and have completed a surgical residency or be residency-trained. A Tennessee veterinary license or the ability to obtain one is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Surgery 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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinarian median $140k (middle half $123k–$160k)461 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All veterinarian listings in Tennessee | 68 active | 4,880 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 82% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Surgery listings | 837 in the last 30 days | 491 the 30 days before (+70%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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