Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Veterinarian - Southern Veterinary Center
Location: Smyrna, TN (30 miles from Nashville)
Join our thriving 5-DVM practice in fast-growing Smyrna! We're seeking a veterinarian to join our team of skilled professionals dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care while building lasting relationships with patients and their families.
Position Details
- Schedule: 4 full weekdays + rotating Saturday half-days
- Experience: 3+ years preferred (but all levels considered)
- Focus: General medicine with ultrasound interest/experience preferred
- Surgery: Dentistry and GP surgery preferred
- Volume: High-volume practice with diverse, engaging caseload
Our State-of-the-Art Facility & Service
- 7 fully equipped exam rooms with computers in each
- Spacious surgical suite and 2 dental tables
- Advanced diagnostic equipment: Vet Logic ultrasound machine, Idexx digital radiology, and two digital dental radiology machines
- Full-service laboratory: Idexx lab suite with Sedivue for comprehensive in-house testing, cloud based PIMS system
- Large treatment area and well-stocked pharmacy
- Specialist partnerships: On-site orthopedic surgeons perform procedures on premises and provide consultations
- Comprehensive care: Full range of general medicine, preventive care, diagnostics, and surgical services
- 4 LVTs currently on-site to support the DVM team with one more on the way
- The team’s favorite staff member is Ed, the clinic cat, who is so spoiled!
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Above-market salary + quarterly production bonuses
- Health, dental, vision, life & malpractice insurance
- 401(K) with company match
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional dues paid (AVMA, TVMA, state license, DEA)
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employee discounts
Why Choose Us?
We're a progressive, multi-doctor practice with an established client base, exceptional support staff, and a warm, collaborative atmosphere. Our team is committed to practicing at the highest level while maintaining work-life balance.
Ready to advance your veterinary career in a supportive, well-equipped environment? Apply today!
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
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