Veterinary Student Externship

About the hospital: Tri-County Veterinary Clinic, located in Sevierville, Tennessee - just 30 minutes from downtown Knoxville. We are committed to finding the right candidate to fit our team, and we offer introductory relief work options to ensure compatibility.

About Sevierville: Sevierville offers a vibrant lifestyle with beautiful lakes, rivers, and the Smoky Mountains providing year-round recreational activities. The area is renowned for its shopping, including galleries, boutiques, antique malls, and flea markets. Its proximity to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, as well as attractions like Dollywood, adds to its appeal. The local economy is robust, with a range of high-quality, affordable housing options.

What we offer externs:

• Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
• Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians
• Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices

Why VetEvolve:

• VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
• We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
• Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)

Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at anderson@vetevolve.com for more information.

Tri-County Veterinary Clinic in Sevierville, Tennessee—minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains and ~30 minutes from downtown Knoxville—is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor team.

Tri-County is a full-service general practice offering compassionate, high-quality medicine for dogs and cats—with the added variety of exotics (birds, reptiles, and pocket pets). Our friendly, experienced team is committed to personalized care and a collaborative, growth-minded culture. New graduates and experienced veterinarians are welcome.

Highlights

• Multi-doctor practice with a skilled support team, including LVMTs, in a warm, client-focused environment

• Robust services and tools: wellness and sick care, dentistry with dental radiographs, digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, echocardiograms/ECG, in-house lab, laser surgery & therapy, soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery, microchipping, and boarding

• Exotics care (birds, reptiles, pocket pets) for clinicians who enjoy variety

• Family-oriented, team-first culture focused on collaboration and professional growth

• Lifestyle location: Sevierville/Seymour area near Knoxville and the Smokies

Who We’re Looking For

• Full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian

• New grads seeking mentorship and experienced DVMs welcome

• A collaborative teammate who values personalized medicine and stays current on advances in veterinary care

Position Summary:  

The primary purpose and function of the Associate Veterinarian is to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and exceptional client service. The Associate Veterinarian advocates for pets and their quality of life; builds a long term bonding relationship with clients; contributes to the development and maintenance of the human-pet bond; and educates clients on all aspects of pet health.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability. 
• Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws.  Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.
• Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.
• Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.
• Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.
• Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.
• Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Compensation and Benefits:  

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program. 
• Monthly bonus program with no negative accrual
• Continuing education allowance and full week of paid time off for continuing education + additional continuing education stipends for hands on wetlabs/courses
• Additional internal continuing education (including wellness focused) opportunities
• Veterinary Specialists on Demand, NOMV Lifeboat and several other support platforms available2
• Relocation bonus or sign on bonus 

Hours:  

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations. 
  

Why VetEvolve:

• Everything we do is about people, which is why our efforts focus on providing opportunity, stability, and development for our team members.

• Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page

• We never lose sight of why our job is important — it empowers you and the team to deliver consistently high-quality care for pets and their owners.

• From ‘Lose the Stress’ weekly yoga to our partnerships with Not One More Vet and Headspace, we invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing. Our CEO, Chief People Officer and several additional team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.

• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here.”

• Industry leading veterinarian and support staff retention rates

Qualifications: 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license. 
• Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
• Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
• Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Apply here or contact Meaghan Mostriansky at Mostriansky@vetevolve.com for more information and a confidential, exploratory conversation!