Veterinary Medical Director - Board Certified in Emergency and Critical Care

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 / year

Description

Veterinary Medical Director – Board-Certified in Emergency and Critical Care | Chattanooga, TN

Are you a Board-Certified Criticalist ready to lead a dynamic team in a top-rated specialty hospital? Join our thriving practice in beautiful Chattanooga, TN, where your expertise will shape the future of emergency and specialty care.

As our Medical Director, you will lead a growing team of specialty and emergency veterinarians. Working alongside a dedicated leadership team, including a Hospital Administrator, a Director of Clinical Staff, and a Client Service Supervisor, you’ll have the opportunity to combine clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, focusing on clinical excellence, mentorship, and strategic growth.

With a high star rating from over 900 Google reviews, we are proud to be not only Chattanooga’s premier specialty and emergency hospital, but also a trusted partner in our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on the clinical floor 3–4 days per week
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Veterinarians
• Conduct annual reviews, host team meetings, develop compliance protocols, and ensure adherence to standards of care
• Oversee medical staffing plans and align doctor scheduling to patient care needs and operational goals
• Partner with Hospital Leadership and Regional Operations to drive hospital strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve financial goals
• Create and maintain a positive, team-first environment focused on quality medicine and outstanding client service
• Support Veterinarians’ professional and personal development through coaching and guidance

What We Offer:

• Base salary up to $250,000 + production (negotiable)
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $10,000 relocation assistance
• Annual performance bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement plan with 2% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous PTO and Continuing Education (CE) allowance ($3,500 + 3 CE PTO days for Medical Directors)
• Full coverage for DEA and State Veterinary Licensure Fees
• Access to exclusive Veterinary Medical Director training programs
• No State Income Tax in Tennessee

About Our Hospital:

• A 6,180-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility providing advanced emergency and specialty care
• Advanced diagnostics: onsite CT scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy
• Fully equipped surgical suites
• Specialized equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine/feline transfusions, LigaSure, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler
• 24/7 patient monitoring and critical care
• Chemotherapy and immunotherapy services
• Isolation ward for infectious disease care
• Home to Cure for Cats Thyroid Treatment Center
• Highly skilled team of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and support staff

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Board-certified or residency-trained in Emergency and Critical Care
• Active veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain – we cover state licensure transfer fees)
• Prior experience in a Medical Director or leadership role
• Strong background in internal medicine, emergency surgery, diagnostics, and critical patient care
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills
• Committed to practicing gold-standard medicine and fostering a positive, growth-focused culture

Take the next step in your leadership journey — apply today and help shape the future of specialty and emergency care in Chattanooga.