Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian — High-Autonomy, Production-Driven Earning Potential

Eastview Veterinary Clinic | Clarksville, TN (45 min from Nashville)

Love ER or urgent care pace? Ready to get your nights, weekends, and holidays back?
Eastview Veterinary Clinic is a well-established (since 1973), high-volume, walk-in based practice near Nashville, TN, seeking a confident, driven

Associate Veterinarian

who wants the autonomy and case variety of urgent care — without the on-call schedule that comes with it.

Coming From ER or Urgent Care? Heres What Changes.

Our walk-in / urgent care / GP hybrid model was built for doctors who thrive on fast-paced, hands-on medicine but are done sacrificing their personal life for it:

No nights. No overnight emergencies. No on-call rotation.

Closed weekends

— no Saturday or Sunday shifts, ever

No extended/late hours

— predictable, consistent daily schedule

Still fast-paced and case-diverse

— walk-in urgent care flow, real-time decision-making, and a full range of cases from wellness to surgery to same-day urgent visits

Production-driven earning potential

— your speed and caseload translate directly to income, the same way it did in ER

You control your day

— no overbooked schedule stacked against you; you see what comes at your own pace

A DVM team, not a solo shift

— collaborate openly with fellow associates instead of carrying the caseload alone

If youre burned out on overnight shifts but not on the adrenaline of urgent care medicine, this model is designed for exactly that transition.

A Team That Supports You

Were intentionally structured so doctors can focus on medicine, not logistics:

Hospital Manager

who keeps the day running and the team grounded

Managing DVM

who leads by example, focused on strong patient outcomes

Associate DVMs

who collaborate openly in a low-ego, case-discussion culture

Dedicated Veterinary Assistant

assigned to each DVM

LVT

who independently leads dental procedures

3–4 CSRs

supporting steady client flow and communication

Inventory Manager

ensuring supplies are always on hand

Hospital Attendant

keeping daily operations efficient

This is a team-driven operation, not a "figure it out yourself" clinic.

Facility & Equipment
Digital Radiography

Sound Versana Active Ultrasound

Voyant LigaSure

IDEXX In-House & Reference Lab

IDEXX WebPACS

Modern dental suite with Midmark Dental X-ray

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary + production pay

Sign-on bonus for full-time DVMs

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance

Malpractice coverage

401(k) with match

CE allowance + dedicated CE days

Paid AVMA, TVMA, DEA, and state licensure

Paid vacation

Employee discounts

Mentorship That Meets You Where You Are
NVAs structured 12-month mentorship program for those in their first 3 years of practice

Collaborative DVM team for case discussion and support

Freedom to grow into your own style of medicine — whether youre a new grad or an experienced ER/urgent care DVM transitioning to a Monday–Friday schedule

Why Clarksville, TN?

One of the fastest-growing cities in Tennessee, offering:

Central location with easy access across the state

Affordable cost of living

45 minutes to Nashville

Close proximity to Fort Campbell, serving military families

Who Were Looking For

DVM (or equivalent) licensed in Tennessee

Confident, efficient, and motivated in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Comfortable with urgent care–style walk-in medicine

A team player who values both autonomy and collaboration

ER, urgent care, or high-volume GP experience a plus

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, were committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.

The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

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