Medical Director - Internal MedicineDepartment: VeterinariansEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Chattanooga, Tennessee Compensation: $175,000 - $250,000 / yearDescriptionAnimal Emergency & Specialty Center - Chattanooga is now hiring a dedicated, experienced board-certified or residency trained Veterinarian - Internist to join our team as a Medical Director.As our Medical Director, you will lead a growing team of specialty and emergency veterinarians. Working alongside a dedicated leadership team, including a Hospital Administrator, a Director of Clinical Staff, and a Client Service Supervisor, you'll have the opportunity to combine clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, focusing on clinical excellence, mentorship, and strategic growth.With a high star rating from over 900 Google reviews, we are proud to be not only Chattanooga's premier specialty and emergency hospital, but also a trusted partner in our community.About Our HospitalA 6,180-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility providing advanced emergency and specialty careAdvanced diagnostics: onsite CT scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopyFully equipped surgical suitesSpecialized equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine/feline transfusions, LigaSure, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler24/7 patient monitoring and critical careChemotherapy and immunotherapy servicesIsolation ward for infectious disease careHome to Cure for Cats Thyroid Treatment CenterHighly skilled team of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and support staffKey ResponsbilitiesWork on the clinical floor 3-4 days per weekLead, mentor, and grow a team of VeterinariansConduct annual reviews, host team meetings, develop compliance protocols, and ensure adherence to standards of careOversee medical staffing plans and align doctor scheduling to patient care needs and operational goalsPartner with Hospital Leadership and Regional Operations to drive hospital strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve financial goalsCreate and maintain a positive, team-first environment focused on quality medicine and outstanding client serviceSupport Veterinarians' professional and personal development through coaching and guidanceBenefitsHigh earning potential - $175k-$250k base salary with 25% production (negotiable) - no negative accrual$50,000 sign-on bonus $10,000 relocation assistance 401(k) retirement plan with 2% company matchPaid parental leave Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off CE Allowance ($5,000 a year and 4 days of CE-specific PTO for Board-Certified Specialists)We pay 100% of PLIT, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and State Licensure FeesNo state income tax! Work-life balanceInternal Medicine service autonomyOur Ideal Candidate:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalentBoard certification or residency trained in internal medicine (DACVIM).Proficient in performing their own ultrasoundsHighly organized and capable of handling a wide range of casesPassionate about practicing outstanding medicine but also working as a cohesive team Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clientsActive veterinary license in Tennessee (or ability to obtain - we cover state licensure transfer fees)Prior experience in a Medical Director or leadership roleProven leadership, mentoring, and team-building skillsCommitted to practicing gold-standard medicine and fostering a positive, growth-focused cultureTake the next step in your leadership journey - apply today and help shape the future of specialty and emergency care in Chattanooga.