Job Description

Are you a veterinarian who thrives in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments ? Do you find meaning in combining clinical excellence with community impact? Join our team and help advance animal welfare across Nashville and Davidson County.

As a Shelter Veterinarian , you’ll provide essential medical care while leading innovation in shelter medicine. You’ll work alongside a compassionate, mission-focused team that values collaboration, communication, and excellence in every aspect of care.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver High-Impact Medical Care: Provide preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and emergency services for shelter animals, including high-volume spay/neuter and complex procedures.
• Lead and Mentor: Supervise and develop veterinary technicians and support staff, fostering a culture of compassionate, high-quality care.
• Shape Medical Standards: Design and implement evidence-based medical protocols that improve outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Champion Animal Welfare: Support animal cruelty investigations through expert assessments and testimony that protect vulnerable animals.
• Collaborate for Community Health: Partner with local agencies, universities, and nonprofits to expand access to veterinary care and strengthen public health initiatives.

What You Bring

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine ( DVM/VMD ) from an accredited institution
• Active Tennessee veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain before start date)
• 1+ years of clinical or shelter medicine experience preferred; entry level candidates also encouraged to apply
• Proven ability to lead, communicate clearly, and make confident medical decisions
• Proficiency in high-volume spay/neuter techniques strongly preferred
• A deep commitment to animal welfare and community impact

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll make a measurable difference every day — saving lives, shaping programs, and strengthening Nashville’s animal welfare ecosystem. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to lead meaningful change in our community.

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