The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty and emergency hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Surgeon to join its collaborative specialty team. This opportunity is ideal for a veterinary surgeon who is passionate about providing advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive surgical care while working alongside experienced emergency clinicians and specialists in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
The successful candidate will enjoy practicing in a modern referral hospital that emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, mentorship, and exceptional patient care. The organization is committed to providing specialists with the resources, clinical autonomy, and support needed to build a rewarding and sustainable career while delivering comprehensive surgical services for companion animals.

Practice Information:
This AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency referral hospital is recognized for its commitment to the highest standards of veterinary medicine, patient care, and client service. The hospital combines advanced medical capabilities with a collaborative, people-first culture where specialists, emergency clinicians, technicians, and support staff work together to provide exceptional care for every patient.
The practice is home to a talented multi-specialty, multi-DVM team that values communication, mentorship, and mutual respect. Experienced, long-tenured technicians and support staff help create an environment where specialists can focus on practicing outstanding medicine while benefiting from strong collaboration across departments.
The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), fluoroscopy where available, in-house laboratory equipment, minimally invasive surgical capabilities where available, advanced orthopedic instrumentation, arthroscopy where available, and dedicated surgical suites. The surgical service collaborates closely with emergency clinicians and specialists across multiple disciplines to provide seamless patient care from diagnosis through recovery. Team members enjoy a positive workplace culture that emphasizes professional growth, clinical excellence, work-life balance, and genuine camaraderie both inside and outside the hospital.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive surgical consultations and advanced diagnostic evaluations
• Diagnose and manage a broad range of soft tissue, orthopedic, oncologic, thoracic, neurologic, and reconstructive surgical conditions based on training and experience
• Develop individualized medical and surgical treatment plans
• Perform advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive surgical procedures appropriate to training and hospital capabilities
• Utilize advanced diagnostic imaging and surgical planning tools to support patient care
• Provide perioperative care and monitor postoperative recovery
• Collaborate with emergency clinicians and specialty services to develop comprehensive treatment plans
• Consult with referring veterinarians to coordinate patient care and strengthen referral relationships
• Communicate diagnostic findings, treatment recommendations, surgical options, prognoses, and postoperative expectations with clients
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records
• Prescribe medications and adhere to controlled substance protocols
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and collaborative patient management
• Evaluate and support hospital protocols that promote high-quality surgical care and patient safety
• Partner with hospital leadership to support medical excellence and operational success
• Mentor interns, residents, veterinarians, technicians, and support staff as appropriate
• Promote teamwork, mentorship, and an exceptional client experience
• Participate in continuing education, hospital training, and professional development
• Perform additional duties as needed to support hospital operations

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Completion of a rotating small animal internship
• Completion of an AVMA-approved Small Animal Surgery residency
• Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or residency-trained status
• Current veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and clinical decision-making skills
• Experience performing advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures
• Experience with minimally invasive surgery, arthroscopy, or other advanced surgical techniques preferred
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary specialty team
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered specialty veterinary medicine
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical duties associated with veterinary practice
• Previous post-residency clinical experience preferred but not required
• Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education

Compensation + Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation package
• Signing bonus, relocation assistance, and retention incentives available
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Professional membership dues, licensing, DEA fees, and liability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellness resources
• Employee pet care discounts
• Collaborative hospital culture with the support of a larger veterinarian-led organization
• Opportunity to practice alongside experienced specialists in a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency referral hospital equipped with advanced surgical technology, multidisciplinary support, and a diverse referral caseload

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