General Information Ref: 982 Department: Veterinarian Job Site: Indian Ridge Animal Hospital Date Published: 10-24-2025
Pay Class: Full-Time Base Min.: $110,000 Base Max.: $150,000
Description & Requirements
Indian Ridge Animal Hospital in Kingsport, TN, is dedicated to delivering medical excellence backed by deep community trust. As an established AAHA Accredited practice, we demonstrate our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care every day. The community recognizes our dedication reflected in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating. We are seeking a compassionate and driven professional to join our practice and continue building on this exceptional legacy. This is an exciting opportunity for you to do your best work alongside collaborative teammates in a highly respected environment. Your career success is our priority. While focusing on your day-to-day role in small animal and urgent care, you will be joining a supportive network committed to your professional development. We ensure our teammates have access to advanced training programs, continuing education funds, and structured mentorship to help you achieve your career goals, whether that means earning a new credential or moving into a leadership role.
Veterinarians benefit from direct access to internal specialty consultations, guaranteeing that you always have the resources and peer support needed to provide comprehensive patient care. Our commitment to providing exceptional medicine starts with our AAHA accreditation, which means our facility and protocols meet rigorous standards for quality and safety. We are focused entirely on comprehensive small animal veterinary services, offering critical urgent care options for the surrounding area. You will be working in an environment that prioritizes diagnostic accuracy and comprehensive treatment planning. Joining our team means having the opportunity to consistently practice high-quality evidence-based medicine while receiving support to continuously grow your clinical skills.
Kingsport, Tennessee, offers a fantastic blend of historic charm and modern convenience in the scenic Appalachian Highlands. Nestled in the Tri-Cities region, you will find an affordable community-focused lifestyle with immediate access to stunning outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and water sports on nearby lakes and rivers. Kingsport provides a wonderful balance, allowing you to establish deep professional roots while enjoying an exceptional quality of life outside of the hospital, benefiting from a lower cost of living and a friendly, welcoming community.
Job Description Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian
As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.
Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team
You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals, including production and PCT, and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
Role Model Medical Excellence
You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
Drive Hospital Performance
In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
Foster a Culture of Growth
You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
Be an Ambassador
You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.
What Youll Bring to the Team
Responsibilities and Benefits
How Youre Supported
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.
Generous Compensation
A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage, including:
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401(k) featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3 years, 50% on the next 2 years) plus Long and Short-Term Disability insurance.
Leadership & Clinical Growth
Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.
Clinical Tracks Program
Access over 50 hours of in-depth RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology facilitated by veterinary specialists.
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.
Peace of Mind
Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis, so they can focus on what matters most - the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement
Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.