Description

Avian / Exotics Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation: $75,000 - $120,000 / year

Description

We are looking for an experienced Avian / Exotic Veterinarian to join our team at Lange Animal Hospital!

We are ideally seeking an experienced veterinarian who is interested in seeing avian and exotic patients exclusively. If you'd prefer some cat and dog appointments, we can accommodate that in your schedule.

Both full-time and part-time candidates will be considered.
Lange Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice in Knoxville, TN, providing care for dogs, cats, birds, ferrets, reptiles, and other exotic species.
Life and Work in the Knoxville!Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville, TN offers the perfect balance of vibrant city life and outdoor adventure. Enjoy easy access to hiking, biking, and kayaking, along with a thriving food scene, live music, and local festivals. Whether you're looking for family-friendly neighborhoods, a lower cost of living, a welcoming community, or weekend getaways in the mountains, Knoxville is a great place to grow your career and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle.

What We Offer At Our Practice:

• Experienced DVM team dedicated to providing exceptional care while supporting professional growth and career development
• Work alongside leaders in the field, including Dr. Michael Jones, DVM, DABVP, providing specialized, compassionate, and comprehensive care to avian and exotic patients
• A suite of services: acupuncture, adult and senior wellness, annual exams, dermatology, in-house diagnostics, internal medicine, online pharmacy, preventative medicine, routine and advanced pet dentistry, surgery, ultrasound and vaccinations
• Equipment: digital and dental radiography, in-house diagnostic capabilities, diagnostic ultrasound, acupuncture, and laser therapy
• Skilled, tenured, and experienced support staff
• Collaborative, fun, and encouraging culture

Our ideal candidate:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
• AVBP Board Certification or desire to work towards certification in Avian, Zoological Medicine, Small Mammal, Reptile or Amphibian
• Experience conducting various types of surgeries, vaccinations and health checks on Avian, Exotic and Pocket Pets
• An outgoing, client-focused, compassionate veterinarian who loves collaborating within a team environment
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

Benefits:

• Pro/Sal compensation: $75k -$120k base salary with generous production with no negative accrual (negotiable), dependent on experience and schedule
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 2% company match
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off - increases annually!
• CE Allowance ($5,000 a year and 4 days of CE specific PTO for Boarded Specialists or $2,500 a year and 3 days of CE specific PTO for Full-Time Veterinarians (GP DVMs))
• We pay 100% of Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Membership Dues and State Licensure Fees
• No state income tax!