Associate Veterinarian (DVM)

Job Description

Veterinarian Position - Southern Veterinary Center

Location: Smyrna, TN (30 miles from Nashville)

Join our thriving 4-DVM practice in fast-growing Smyrna! We're seeking a veterinarian to join our team of skilled professionals dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care while building lasting relationships with patients and their families.
Position Details

• Schedule: 4 full days + rotating Saturday half-days
• Experience: 3+ years preferred (all levels considered)
• Focus: General medicine with ultrasound interest/experience preferred
• Surgery: Not required
• Volume: High-volume practice with diverse, engaging caseload

Our State-of-the-Art Facility & Services

• 5 fully-equipped exam rooms with computers in each
• Spacious surgical suite with anesthetic ventilator and wet table
• Advanced diagnostic equipment: Vet Logic ultrasound machine, Idexx digital radiology, and digital dental radiology
• Full-service laboratory: Idexx lab suite with Sedivue for comprehensive in-house testing
• Large treatment area and well-stocked pharmacy
• Specialist partnerships: On-site orthopedic surgeons perform procedures on premises and provide consultations
• Comprehensive care: Full range of general medicine, preventive care, diagnostics, and surgical services

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Above-market salary with sign-on bonus
• Health, dental, vision, life & malpractice insurance
• 401(K) with company match
• Longevity bonus or student loan assistance
• Relocation bonus available
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional dues paid (AVMA, TVMA, state license, DEA)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee discounts
• Career growth opportunities

Why Choose Us?

We're a progressive, multi-doctor practice with an established client base, exceptional support staff, and a warm, collaborative atmosphere. Our team is committed to practicing at the highest level while maintaining work-life balance.

Part-time candidates will also be considered.


Ready to advance your veterinary career in a supportive, well-equipped environment? Apply today!

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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.