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Associate Veterinarian (DVM)

Smyrna, Rutherford, TN

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Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, practice great medicine alongside a supportive team, and build a career that fits your goals and lifestyle. With flexible scheduling, opportunities for continued growth, medical independence, and a connected community behind you, you can thrive both professionally and personally.

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Veterinarian Position - Southern Veterinary Center

Location: Smyrna, TN (30 miles from Nashville)

Join our thriving 4-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 days + rotating Saturday half-days
  • Experience: 3+ years preferred (all levels considered)
  • Focus: General medicine with ultrasound interest/experience preferred
  • Surgery: Not required
  • Volume: High-volume practice with diverse, engaging caseload

Our State-of-the-Art Facility & Services

  • 5 fully-equipped exam rooms with computers in each
  • Spacious surgical suite with anesthetic ventilator and wet table
  • Advanced diagnostic equipment: Vet Logic ultrasound machine, Idexx digital radiology, and digital dental radiology
  • Full-service laboratory: Idexx lab suite with Sedivue for comprehensive in-house testing
  • 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

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Above-market salary with sign-on bonus
  • Health, dental, vision, life & malpractice insurance
  • 401(K) with company match
  • Longevity bonus or student loan assistance
  • Relocation bonus available
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Professional dues paid (AVMA, TVMA, state license, DEA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Employee discounts
  • Career growth opportunities

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.

Part-time candidates will also be considered.

Ready to advance your veterinary career in a supportive, well-equipped environment? Apply today!

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NVA is a great choice because of the options they give you. Not only is there a variety of practices you can be in, but if you want to reach beyond that, if there's something beyond just straight patient care that you are interested in, if you have other goals or dreams or aspirations and is going to find a way to make them happen for you, their focus is growth. And so they will find a way for you to grow as a veterinarian, achieve what you want to achieve and be the best that you can be.

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