The Job Opportunity:
An established AAHA-accredited emergency and specialty referral hospital is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join its collaborative multidisciplinary team. This opportunity is ideal for a surgeon who values evidence-based specialty medicine, clinical autonomy, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continued professional development. The hospital brings together specialists in Surgery, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, and Radiology, along with dedicated rehabilitation services, allowing patients to receive coordinated care throughout diagnosis, treatment, hospitalization, and recovery.
The hospital provides access to advanced diagnostic and procedural technology, including CT, digital fluoroscopy, rigid and flexible endoscopy, dedicated surgical facilities, and comprehensive rehabilitation resources.

Practice Information:
This AAHA-accredited emergency and specialty referral hospital provides advanced care for patients with complex medical and surgical needs.

Specialty and clinical services include:

• Surgery
• Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Radiology
• Physical Rehabilitation
• Emergency and hospitalized patient care
• Multidisciplinary specialty case management

Advanced clinical resources include:

• CT
• Digital fluoroscopy
• Rigid endoscopy
• Flexible endoscopy
• Dedicated surgical suites
• Advanced diagnostic imaging
• Underwater treadmill
• Therapeutic laser
• Hyperbaric chamber therapy
• Dedicated rehabilitation services
• Experienced specialty and technical support professionals

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based surgical care
• Evaluate patients referred for surgical consultation
• Develop individualized diagnostic and surgical treatment plans
• Perform advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures appropriate to training and experience
• Provide preoperative and postoperative patient management
• Collaborate with Critical Care clinicians on complex and high-acuity surgical patients
• Work closely with Internal Medicine and Radiology on diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning
• Utilize CT, digital fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and other advanced diagnosticswhen clinically appropriate
• Incorporate minimally invasive diagnostic or surgical techniques when appropriate
• Collaborate with rehabilitation professionals on postoperative recovery and mobility plans
• Participate in multidisciplinary management of medically complex patients
• Provide surgical consultation and clinical guidance to veterinary colleagues
• Work closely with experienced veterinary technicians and other clinical support professionals
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, surgical options, risks, recovery, and prognosis
• Maintain collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians
• Participate in case discussions, teaching, and shared clinical learning
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records
• Pursue continuing education and specialty development
• Participate in mentorship and professional development within the hospital
• Help strengthen and develop the hospital’s surgical service
• Support the hospital’s AAHA standards and commitment to medical quality
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative specialty hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Board certification in Veterinary Surgery or completion of an approved surgical residency
• Strong surgical judgment and clinical decision-making abilities
• Experience managing complex surgical patients
• Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based specialty medicine
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary case management
• Interest in teaching, mentorship, and shared clinical learning
• Interest in continued specialty and professional development
• Ability to communicate complex surgical information clearly and compassionately with clients
• Commitment to maintaining high professional and ethical standards

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time away from work
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid continuing education opportunities
• Specialty-focused professional development
• Multidisciplinary case collaboration
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities
• Access to advanced surgical and diagnostic technology
• Access to Critical Care and specialty support
• Integrated postoperative rehabilitation resources
• Opportunities to develop and expand the surgical service
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies
• Professional liability coverage
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Employee pet care benefits
• Additional professional and personal benefits

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