Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon

Full-Time opportunity in Clarksville, TN

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.

Perks & Benefits

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
• Competitive compensation
• 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

I n your day to day, you will:
• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries using available imaging and surgical equipment
• Collaborate with other specialties to support integrated case management
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in line with hospital priorities
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners throughout the surgical process
• Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning

What You Bring
• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or completion of a surgical residency
• Strong surgical skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach
• A collaborative mindset and interest in working closely with emergency, critical care, and other specialty services
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, teaching, and advancing specialty medicine
• Interest in leadership and helping develop and grow a surgical service is welcomed

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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Mark Hyde at View email address on click.appcast.io.


Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.