About this role
Are you a new or recently graduated veterinarian looking for a structured mentorship program tailored to your pace, experience, and career goals? Or are you an experienced veterinarian with a passion for emergency medicine who wants to expand your skills and confidence? Join the Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Chattanooga’s ER Veterinary Mentorship Program , specifically designed to help veterinarians develop their skills and grow their careers in emergency veterinary medicine. No prior ER experience is required, just a passion for learning, a desire to grow, and an interest in diving into the exciting world of emergency medicine. Through hands-on learning, dedicated mentorship, and individualized support, this program offers a unique opportunity to build your clinical skills, gain confidence, and take the next step in your veterinary career. What to expect: Tailored Mentorship: Flexible 3, 6, and 12-month initiatives designed to meet your pace and goals. Scheduling typically consists of three 12-hour shifts per week. Hands-On Experience: Work alongside our emergency, surgery, and critical care teams in examination rooms and with independent workups. Access to Advanced Training Opportunities: You'll have access to 1-1 coaching, continuing education, and advanced clinical training designed to help you grow with confidence and achieve your career goals. We provide opportunities for ongoing professional development throughout the year, including: Global FAST Scan Ultrasound 3-Day Spay & Neuter Training Guaranteed attendance to IVECCS during the year of your program Diverse Caseload: Gain clinical autonomy and manage cases not commonly encountered in other hospital settings. Surgical Opportunities: Assist in surgeries by scrubbing in and providing support. Electively observe or participate in specific procedures by being on-call for surgeries. State-of-the-Art Facility: Access the latest equipment and technology to enhance your learning experience. Program Highlights: Our mentorship initiative is designed to support new or recently graduated veterinarians through hands-on training and personalized guidance. Emergency medicine is dynamic, offering diverse and challenging cases. With a supportive team and purpose-built training programs, we aim to empower veterinarians to deliver high-quality emergency care with confidence and skill. This is an exceptional opportunity to partner with an outstanding veterinary team while developing your career in a supportive and growth-focused environment. We encourage new graduates seeking mentorship and guidance to apply! Compensation of $100k - 130k while participating in program - upon completion of the program, participants will have the opportunity to earn up to $140k - $160k base salary plus production (negotiable) with an earning potential of $200k+ Production is paid out quarterly with no negative accrual! Sign-on bonus Up to $10,000 relocation assistance Eligible to participate in annual student loan relief program - up to $12,000 annually! 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match Paid parental leave Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off CE Allowance ($2,500 a year and 3 days of CE specific PTO for Full-Time Emergency Veterinarians (ER DVM)) We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure Fees Diverse ER caseload with clinical autonomy - manage cases you won't encounter at other hospitals! Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including Global FAST Scan Ultrasound, 3-Day Spay & Neuter Training, hands-on ER wet labs and education on the latest emergency medicine techniques and procedures. No state income tax!