About the Role
Lookout Valley Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced General Practice Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor team in Chattanooga, TN!
You'll enjoy a supportive environment, experienced veterinary technicians, a diverse caseload, and the flexibility to build a schedule that complements your lifestyle. Whether you're looking to maintain your clinical skills, enjoy more work-life balance, or simply find a better fit for this stage of your career, we'd love to connect!
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule designed to support work-life balance. Rotating Saturday coverage is needed, while the remaining schedule can be structured collaboratively to accommodate your availability and the needs of the practice.
- Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm, Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Why You’ll Love Living and Working in Chattanooga
Chattanooga offers a rare blend of natural beauty and vibrant city living. Nestled between mountains and the Tennessee River, the city is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with endless opportunities for hiking, climbing, and exploring. Whether you love hiking, grabbing coffee at local spots, or exploring new restaurants, there’s always something to do. The city has an easygoing vibe, a strong sense of community, and the bonus of no state income tax, so your money goes further. It’s a beautiful, fun place to build your career and enjoy life outside of work.
Why Join Lookout Valley Veterinary Clinic?
- Multi-doctor practice dedicated to collaboration and committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care
- A suite of veterinary services: surgery, dental, preventative, wellness, and diagnostics
- Equipment: digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory
- Wide variety of surgical cases, including soft-tissue, orthopedic, dental, and elective procedures
- Skilled, tenured, and experienced support staff (Veterinary Technician to DVM ratio is 1.5 to 1)
What We're Looking For
- DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Tennessee
- Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing small-animal general medicine and surgery
- Proficiency in general soft tissue surgery and dental care is preferred
- An outgoing, client-focused, compassionate veterinarian who loves collaborating within a team environment
Compensation & Benefits
- $110k -$120k base salary with production (negotiable), earning potential of $200k+ (depending on experience and schedule)
- No negative accrual
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Head Start Program: Eligibility to receive student loan assistance with every paycheck, helping reduce your debt while you build your veterinary career.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off that increases annually
- Paid parental leave
- CE Allowance ($2,500 a year and 3 days of CE specific PTO for Full-Time Veterinarians)
- We cover 100% of DEA registration, state licensure fees, and AVMA membership
- We provide professional liability insurance (PLIT) through our AVMA partnership
- We provided PLIT through our AVMA partnership
- Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including Global FAST Scan Ultrasound, 3-Day Spay & Neuter Training, and 2-Day Hands-On Dental Training