Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – High‑Autonomy, Production‑Driven Earning Potential

Located just 45 minutes from Nashville in growing Clarksville, TN, we are a well-established (since 1973), high‑volume, walk‑in‑based clinic seeking a confident, driven Associate Veterinarian who wants control over their day, production‑driven earning potential, and a supportive and adaptable team behind them.

Why Our Model Works (And Why Our Doctors Love It)

• Control your workflow…no overbooked schedules stacked against you…you see what comes at your pace.
• Production‑driven bonus potential.
• Variety in cases…from wellness to urgent care to surgery.
• Supportive DVM team…feel confident discussing cases with other associate DVMs.
• No after‑hours ER responsibilities.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy making real‑time medical decisions, you’ll feel right at home here.

A Team That Supports You

We’re intentionally building a structure that allows our doctors to focus on medicine, because walk‑in veterinary care can be fast‑paced and unpredictable, and we believe that challenge is best handled as a team, not alone.

We Provide:

• A seasoned Emotional Support Human (Hospital Manager) who keeps the day running smoothly and brings the right mix of wit, sarcasm, and humor to keep things grounded.
• A Managing DVM who leads by example and is driven by golden outcomes for patients.
• Fellow Associate DVMs who collaborate openly, sharing perspectives and treatment recommendations in a low‑ego environment.
• Dedicated Veterinary Assistants assigned to each DVM to keep the workflow efficient and focused.
• An LVT with a passion for independently leading dental procedures.
• 3–4 CSRs to support steady client flow and strong communication.
• An established Inventory Manager to ensure you have what you need, when you need it.
• A Hospital Attendant to keep day‑to‑day operations running efficiently.

Our Facility & Equipment

• Digital Radiography
• Sound Versana Active Ultrasound
• Voyant Ligasure
• IDEXX In‑house & Reference Lab
• IDEXX WebPACS
• Modern dental equipment
• Midmark Dental X‑ray

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + production‑driven earning potential.
• Sign‑on bonus for full‑time DVMs.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Malpractice coverage.
• 401(k) with match.
• CE allowance + dedicated CE days.
• Paid AVMA, TVMA, DEA, and licensure.
• Paid vacation.
• Employee discounts.
• Mentorship: NVA structured 12‑month mentorship program for new grads.
• Collaborative DVM team for case discussion and support.
• Freedom to grow into your own style of medicine.

Why Clarksville?

• Central location—easy access to all sides of the state.
• Affordable cost of living.
• Access to Nashville (45 minutes away).
• Close proximity to Fort Campbell, serving military families.

Who We’re Looking For

• A DVM (or equivalent) licensed in Tennessee.
• Confident, efficient, and motivated.
• Someone who enjoys a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• A team player who values both autonomy and collaboration.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Tennessee.

National Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.