Job Description

Elevate Anesthetic Excellence in Scenic Chattanooga | Veterinary Anesthesiologist (DACVAA or Board-Eligible)

Are you ready to bring your clinical expertise to a collaborative team where your leadership directly shapes patient outcomes? Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Anesthesiologist to lead and elevate our anesthesia and analgesia services.

At VCSG, we combine progressive medicine with a supportive, team-first environment. In this pivotal role, you will work alongside skilled surgeons, emergency clinicians, and specialty teams to deliver state-of-the-art anesthetic care for high-acuity, complex, and rewarding cases.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Advanced Anesthetic Care: Design and manage tailored anesthesia and pain management plans for complex soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, critical care admissions, and advanced diagnostics (CT/MRI).
• Collaborate Across Specialties: Work side-by-side with our surgery, neurology, oncology, and emergency teams to drive optimal clinical outcomes and seamless case management.
• Elevate Team Expertise: Mentor and empower our dedicated team of veterinary technicians and support staff, fostering continuous learning in anesthetic protocols and monitoring standards.
• Drive Quality & Safety: Oversee anesthesia protocols, equipment maintenance, and quality improvement initiatives to maintain the highest standard of patient safety.

What We’re Looking For

• Education & Credentials: DVM/VMD (or equivalent) with DACVAA board certification or residency completion (board-eligible).
• Clinical Expertise: Deep mastery of anesthetic pharmacology, advanced pain management, and critical patient monitoring.
• Collaborative Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills, a patient-first mindset, and a desire to thrive in a vibrant specialty/emergency referral setting.
• Mentorship Focus: A passion for guiding technical staff and building a culture of medical excellence.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Flexible Options: Full-time or part-time schedules considered to suit your career and lifestyle goals.
• Predictable Hours: Primarily weekday coverage with shared, manageable on-call responsibilities.

Why Choose VCSG & Chattanooga?

• Advanced Resources: A rapidly growing referral hospital equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic and monitoring technology.
• Robust Support: Exceptional, highly trained technician teams so you can focus on advanced clinical management and patient safety.
• Professional Impact: The autonomy and opportunity to shape, expand, and innovate our anesthesia department.
• Unmatched Location: Nestled along the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers vibrant downtown culture, world-class outdoor recreation, zero state income tax, and an exceptional quality of life.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off
• Bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid family leave
• Continuing education allowance
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet care benefits and more

Be Part of EVG Specialty Network:

Joining VCSG means becoming part of EVG Specialty Network, giving you access to a broad community of specialists, continuing education, collaboration opportunities, and shared expertise dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine.

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care for our patients while working in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment. If you’re ready to grow your career and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today! Send your resume and cover letter and become a part of our dedicated team at VCSG

For more information, visit VCSG and EVG Specialty Network

VCSG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.