Description

Practice Overview

Kingsport Veterinary Hospital was established in 1949 and has since been dedicated to providing only the finest treatment to each of our patients. We've been an AAHA accredited practice since 2002, representing the highest quality of veterinary care.

More about the Role

We are SO excited to add a personable, enthusiastic, and motivated associate veterinarian to join our team! In fact, we're so confident that you'll love our practice that we're offering a $50,000 sign-on bonus!

We are a 4-doctor practice, who love working in a recently renovated building! We're supported by a loyal, collaborative and highly-skilled staff, who truly allow our doctors to be focused on patient care and client education. Our support staff are skilled and professional, always making sure you'll never be without an extra set of hands.

We prioritize work-life balance, flexible scheduling, and no on-call responsibilities for all of our team members.



About the area: Kingsport is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, where you can pursue the opportunities of a larger city while enjoying small-town living. An hour and a half from Knoxville, Kingsport's rich history manifests itself every day with its lively downtown streets filled with local art, lofts, cafés, live music, and beautiful old buildings. Heritage and tradition are held close to the hearts of those who call Kingsport home.

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
• Unlimited personal time off (PTO)
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k) or Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Relocation assistance available