The Job Opportunity:
A well-established equine veterinary practice is seeking an Equine Surgeon to join its experienced and collaborative medical team. This opportunity is well suited for a veterinarian who enjoys combining surgery with sports medicine, performance horse care, and lameness diagnostics. The role provides the opportunity to develop a varied caseload based on clinical interests while working alongside experienced equine veterinarians and support staff.
The practice values thoughtful, evidence-based medicine and a collaborative approach to challenging cases. Veterinarians are encouraged to exchange ideas, consult with colleagues, and continue developing their clinical and surgical expertise.
The team is particularly interested in a surgeon who enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and referring veterinarians while providing individualized care for equine patients.
Practice Information:
The practice has a longstanding history of providing comprehensive veterinary care to horses within its surrounding communities.
Equine veterinarians provide both ambulatory and in-clinic care, allowing for a varied caseload that includes surgery, sports medicine, performance evaluations, lameness, preventive medicine, and ongoing case management. These resources support the evaluation of complex orthopedic and performance-related conditions and allow clinicians to develop comprehensive diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation plans.
The practice also has access to advanced referral imaging and diagnostic resources, including:
- CT
- MRI
- Nuclear scintigraphy (bone scan)
- Advanced orthopedic imaging
- Specialty referral resources
Role Responsibilities:
- Performing elective soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures
- Conducting comprehensive equine examinations and medical workups
- Evaluating performance horses and sports medicine cases
- Performing comprehensive lameness evaluations
- Developing diagnostic and treatment plans for orthopedic conditions
- Utilizing advanced diagnostic imaging and referral resources when appropriate
- Developing rehabilitation and return-to-performance plans
- Monitoring patients throughout treatment and recovery
- Collaborating with referring veterinarians on complex surgical and orthopedic cases
- Providing both ambulatory and in-clinic patient care
- Communicating diagnostic findings, treatment recommendations, and prognosis clearly with horse owners
- Providing compassionate client education throughout treatment and rehabilitation
- Prescribing medications and following appropriate pharmacy and controlled-substance protocols
- Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records
- Collaborating with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
- Participating in continuing education and professional development
- Contributing to a respectful and supportive medical environment
Job Applicant Requirements:
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent veterinary degree) from an accredited veterinary school
- Advanced training in equine surgery
- Completion of an appropriate internship and residency program or equivalent clinical experience
- Board certification or residency training in Equine Surgery is preferred
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the applicable state
- Appropriate DEA registration or the ability to obtain it, as required
- Strong equine surgical and diagnostic skills
- Experience evaluating orthopedic and lameness cases
- An interest in sports medicine and performance horse care
- Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate and thoughtful approach to patient care
- The ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, referring veterinarians, and support staff
- A commitment to evidence-based medicine and continued professional development
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings opportunities
- Paid parental leave
- Continuing education support
- Professional development resources
- Support for professional licensing and credentials
- Employee assistance and emotional wellness resources
- Veterinary care benefits
- Access to advanced diagnostic imaging and referral resources
- Opportunities for collaboration with experienced equine veterinarians
- Support for developing individual clinical interests
- Opportunities for continued surgical and sports medicine development
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