We are seeking to add an Emergency Veterinarian to our team at the Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville.

What we offer at our practice:

• AAHA Accredited, state-of-the-art veterinary facility
• The latest specialized instrumentation and equipment including Arthrex equipment, orthopedic packs, diagnostic imaging, GE Vivid CT Scanner, and endoscopy 
• A team of board-certified surgeons and specialists that practice collaborative medicine between all departments to provide patient's comprehensive care
• Intensive Care Unit that is staffed 24 hours a day so that your patient is carefully monitored post-operatively 
• Over 20 highly trained Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Cure for Cats Thyroid Treatment Center  
• Diverse and exciting caseload 

Our ideal candidate:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• One year of Emergency Experience is preferred but not required (we do offer an amazing internship program for new grads)
• Passionate about practicing outstanding medicine but also building and fostering a strong team 
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients 

Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
• Relocation assistance 
• Student loan relief
• Paid parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Paid time off 
• CE Allowance ($2,500 a year and  days of CE specific PTO for Full-Time Emergency Veterinarians)
• We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees

About Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an AAHA Accredited Facility and the premier referral and emergency veterinary hospital. We have an emergency and critical care unit that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have a variety of board-certified surgeons and specialists at AESC who treat a wide range of veterinary orthopedic, oncology, thoracic, abdominal, and soft-tissue conditions. Our team includes over 20 compassionate and highly trained Licensed Veterinary Technicians, numerous veterinary assistants, other support staff, and supportive administration.

Our current equipment includes LigaSure, a high-def Storz tower with new laparoscopic equipment, Autocon III, Storz Ho-YAG laser, Synthes locking plates, ESF equipment, 16-slice CT scanner, modern ICU, high flow oxygen, ventilators, and I131 treatment center. In early 2025, we will be completing our 20,000-square-foot specialty expansion and we will be adding Neurology, Cardiology, and other specialists to our team, as well as a new MRI scanner, CT scanner, linear accelerator, IR suite with ceiling-mounted fluoroscopy, and surgical suites measuring at least 18’ x 18’.

We view our hospital as a neighborhood and community partner that provides advanced diagnostics, evaluations, and care in an environment rooted in comfort and compassion. Hear more about working with us from our team at the Animal Emergency and Specialty Center of Knoxville!

Animal Emergency and Specialty is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville

Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country that benefit from business management tools, resources, and a great support team dedicated to helping veterinary practices prosper and grow. Innovetive Petcare oversees such areas as Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and Operational Support so veterinarians and staff can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our teams to enjoy a better life, with more work-life balance, a strong supportive community, and ongoing training and career development. When you utilize our best-in-class tools, financial resources and support team, you’ll be able to focus on providing quality pet healthcare and customer service... and have the opportunity to spend more time with family, friends and other interests outside of work!

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