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Non-corporate, privately owned, multi Doctor and multi location practices with opportunity for mixed animal or small animal exclusive in the beautiful East Tennessee Region are seeking associates either experienced and/or new graduate Veterinarians.  A unique ownership opportunity is also a possibility for the right candidate after initial associate employment.

 Practices have all the essential in house equipment including dental radiography, in house bloodwork, in house urinalysis machine, digital radiography, ultrasound, and more.

All your basic benefits are offered and negotiable. We offer a monthly insurance stipend.  Also telemedicine, and dental/vision insurance are provided.  

 Want a good work/life balance!? With livable schedules, no emergency call, and always closed Sunday and major holidays you can enjoy your life while also working full time.

 Want the rural low cost of living life just 30 min from a major city? Live in one of the many surrounding counties to Chattanooga and enjoy all of the amazing outdoor and lake life activities or chill at a humble farm property in the mountains.  

Need mentorship? We have that covered, new graduates can ease into the profession at their own pace with as much or as little mentorship to fit their needs.  

Have kids, or want kids? Family friendly environment with flexibility and possibility of in house daycare.  

Small animal exclusive? No problem we have room for a small animal only practitioner too! Flexible to offering new things and ready to support associates special interests.  

Come join our growing practices!!

Tennessee State Licensing required (we can help get you started if you are a soon to be new grad). 

About South Rhea Animal Hospital

South Rhea Animal Hospital is a growing rural small animal focused clinic located in Dayton, TN which is about 30-40 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, TN. We are associated with TWO other small animal clinics one in Dunlap, TN and the other in Soddy Daisy,TN. Also associated with an a Mixed Animal Ambulatory Service. We offer digital radiography, ultrasound, full in house blood work capabilities (including thyroid and cortisol), dental radiography, surgical suite, grooming, and boarding in house and boarding off site at a premium boarding facility. Our hours are from 7am-6pm M-F and 8am-12pm Saturdays. We are closed on all major Holidays and every Sunday.

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