Hermitage Animal Clinic is locally operated as a proud member of the PetVet Care Centers Network.
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Hermitage Animal Clinic, an AAHA-accredited practice since 1981, is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. We're passionate about staying at the forefront of veterinary medicine, utilizing the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, and treating every client and patient like family. We're seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our team and help us continue this tradition of excellence. Our state-of-the-art facility includes in-house labs, digital radiography, and surgical and therapeutic lasers.
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This position offers:
- Salary is negotiable depending on experience:
- New graduates $115,000 - $125,000
- Experienced DVMs $130,000 - $140,000
- Gracious Sign On Bonus
- Work (4) days per week plus 1/2 day every 3rd Saturday
- Generous CE allowances with additional PTO
- Health, Vision, Dental & Life insurance options
- Membership & licensure reimbursement as well as PLIT coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement benefits packages including company 401k contributions
- Relocation assistance
Competencies:
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
- Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
- Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
- Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.
Qualifications:
- Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university.
- Current State Veterinary License.
- DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
- Experience overseeing Veterinary Technicians and Assistants as well as other hospital or practice staff.
- Must demonstrate a desire to continue learning in veterinary care and participate in leading staff training.
Why Hermitage, Tennessee?
Once a rural area, Hermitage is now a thriving suburb located 15 miles east of Nashville. Being so close to Nashville, entertainment options include two major-league sports teams, museums and art galleries; a professional symphony orchestra; opera, ballet and theatre companies; and numerous cultural festivals and events. Stones River Bend Park is a nearby destination for outdoor activities, and the Stone River Greenway is a perfect trail for hiking and cycling. Come check out our city that boasts a comfortable year round climate and excellent cost of living!
For immediate consideration, visit www.petvetcareers.com or send your resume to Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM at LLynette@petvetcarecenters.com
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At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
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Veterinary Assistant Wanted!
Are you an animal lover with a knack for multitasking? Do you dream of spending your workday surrounded by wagging tails, purring cats, and a team that’s as passionate about pets as you are? Well, we’ve got the purrfect job for you!
Position: Veterinary Assistant
Location: Hermitage Animal Clinic
What You'll Be Doing:
- Provide compassionate care to all patients
- Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
- Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
- Calm and soothe anxious patients
- Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
- Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
- Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
- Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
- Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
- Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
- Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
- Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
- Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
- Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
- Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)
Why You'll Love This Job:
- You'll be surrounded by animals ALL DAY! (Enough said, right?)
- Join a fun, supportive team who truly cares about each other—and every patient!
- Learn new skills and gain hands-on experience in veterinary care
- Competitive pay, employee discounts on pet care, and the best "coworkers" in town!
What We’re Looking For:
- Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
- Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
- Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies, and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
- Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays
- Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
- This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
- Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)
If you’re ready to put your love for animals to work and join a team that feels like family, we’d love to meet you!
Join our pack at Hermitage Animal Clinic—where every day is a paws-itive adventure!
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Technician!
Are you passionate about providing top-notch veterinary care and delivering exceptional service to furry friends and their families? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Technician to join our team, where family and work-life balance are of utmost importance.
What You'll Do:
As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and happiness of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients. Your day-to-day will include:
- Caring for Patients: Assess animal needs through examinations, interviews, and diagnostic tests. You'll provide hands-on care like taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, and more.
- Assisting in Procedures: Be an essential part of our team during surgeries and examinations by preparing instruments, assisting the veterinarian, and providing top-notch nursing care.
- Ensuring a Clean, Safe Environment: Maintain a safe and humane environment by keeping rooms, cages, and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Managing Medications: Accurately fill prescriptions, administer medications, and handle controlled substances securely.
- Maintaining Records: Keep detailed medical records updated with the latest patient information and treatments.
- Communicating with Clients: Provide pet parents with updates and information about their furry loved ones.
- Keeping Things Running Smoothly: Maintain equipment, manage inventory, and stay on top of your veterinary game by participating in educational opportunities.
- And so much more! Who You Are:
- You have a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent).
- You bring 2+ years of experience in veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for both routine and critical patients.
- Ideally, you are a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) (depending on state requirements).
- We’re also open to an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and experience—let’s talk about what makes you the perfect fit!
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Be part of a passionate team that loves what they do!
- Enjoy a collaborative environment where you can learn and grow.
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners every single day.
If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and enthusiasm to a place where pets come first, we want to meet you! Apply today to join our dedicated team and help us provide the very best care to our beloved patients.
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Why Consider Our Hermitage Hospital?
At Hermitage Animal Clinic, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.
Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.
We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.
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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Hermitage Animal Clinic, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.- Hermitage Animal Clinic Team