Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Hospital Name: Clarksville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Full-Time opportunity in Clarksville, TN (Generous sign-on bonus offered)

Why Join Nashville Veterinary Specialists & Animal Emergency Hospital NVS

Nashville Veterinary Specialists & Animal Emergency Hospital (NVS) in Clarksville, TN, is a rapidly growing 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital with a strong reputation for exceptional patient care. Join a collaborative, close-knit team that values mentorship, teamwork, and a supportive culture where every voice is heard. Equipped with advanced technology and a growing caseload, NVA offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of a thriving practice.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

Located just 45 minutes from Nashville, Clarksville offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience. With highly rated schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, parks, sports leagues, and year-round community events, it’s an ideal place to put down roots. Enjoy a thriving downtown, abundant outdoor recreation, a lower cost of living, and easy access to Nashville’s world-class dining, entertainment, and international airport.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage complex internal medicine cases spanning gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, and respiratory conditions.
• Perform and interpret advanced diagnostic procedures including ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and other specialty imaging modalities to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Collaborate closely with Emergency clinicians, surgeons, and other specialty team members to provide comprehensive management of shared patients and referrals.
• Coordinate consultations, referrals, and patient transfers across specialty and emergency services to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Utilize advanced hospital resources including ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, ICU support, and specialty diagnostics to support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through collaborative case management, consultation, and proactive communication.
• Guide pet owners through complex medical conditions with empathy, transparency, and confidence, helping them make informed decisions regarding their pet's care.
• Mentor technicians, assistants, externs, and support staff as part of daily case management while fostering a collaborative and educational clinical environment.
• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise in advanced ultrasound techniques, interventional radiology procedures, and electrochemotherapy (ECT) training.
• Participate in continuing education, mentorship initiatives, and teaching opportunities that support both personal growth and hospital-wide clinical excellence.
• Contribute to a positive hospital culture focused on innovation, teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or Residency Trained in Small Animal Internal Medicine.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.