The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty referral organization is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join its collaborative specialty team on a part-time basis. This opportunity is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about delivering exceptional, evidence-based ophthalmic care while maintaining the flexibility to balance professional and personal commitments.

The successful candidate will diagnose and manage a diverse ophthalmology caseload while working alongside experienced specialists, credentialed veterinary technicians, and dedicated support staff in a collaborative referral environment. The practice emphasizes continuity of care, outstanding client communication, and strong partnerships with referring veterinarians, allowing specialists to build meaningful professional relationships while practicing with a high degree of clinical autonomy.

This role offers the opportunity to remain actively engaged in advanced veterinary ophthalmology with a predictable schedule, consistent hospital assignment, and a workplace culture that values collaboration, mentorship, professional fulfillment, and work-life balance.

Practice Information:
This established veterinary ophthalmology referral practice is dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of ocular diseases in companion animals. The practice has earned a strong reputation for delivering advanced specialty care through evidence-based medicine, compassionate patient care, and exceptional service to referring veterinarians.

Supported by an experienced multi-DVM team, highly trained ophthalmology technicians, and compassionate support professionals, the hospital fosters a collaborative environment where teamwork, mutual respect, and lifelong learning are central to daily practice.

The hospital is equipped with advanced ophthalmology-specific technology designed to support comprehensive medical and surgical eye care, including:

• Dedicated ophthalmology examination suites
• Modern ophthalmic surgical suites
• Advanced ophthalmic diagnostic equipment
• Specialized microsurgical instrumentation
• Advanced surgical microscopy
• Comprehensive ophthalmic imaging capabilities
• Experienced ophthalmology-trained credentialed veterinary technicians
• Strong referral relationships with primary care veterinarians and specialty hospitals

The practice encourages continuing education, mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development, providing specialists with the resources and support needed to continually advance their clinical expertise while delivering exceptional patient care.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive ophthalmic examinations and advanced diagnostic evaluations
• Diagnose and manage a wide variety of inherited, congenital, traumatic, inflammatory, and degenerative ocular diseases
• Perform advanced ophthalmic surgical procedures utilizing current evidence-based techniques
• Develop individualized medical and surgical treatment plans for ophthalmology patients
• Interpret diagnostic testing and ophthalmic imaging to support clinical decision-making
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnosis, treatment recommendations, surgical options, prognoses, and long-term care
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely medical records
• Prescribe medications while maintaining regulatory compliance
• Collaborate closely with referring veterinarians and the specialty medical team to provide seamless patient care
• Participate in hospital rounds, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives
• Mentor veterinary technicians and support staff while fostering a collaborative learning environment
• Support the continued growth and advancement of the ophthalmology service

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Completion of a rotating small animal internship or equivalent advanced clinical training
• Completion of an approved veterinary ophthalmology residency program
• Board certification in Veterinary Ophthalmology or residency-trained with board eligibility
• Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure in the applicable state
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration as required
• Strong diagnostic, medical, and surgical ophthalmology skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to practicing compassionate, evidence-based specialty medicine
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary referral environment
• Dedication to mentorship, continuing education, lifelong learning, and professional growth
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of veterinary practice

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and scheduled hours
• Flexible part-time scheduling with a consistent home hospital assignment to support excellent work-life balance
• Sign-on and retention incentives available for qualified candidates
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated professional development resources
• Professional licensing, membership dues, and continuing education reimbursement
• Retirement savings plan participation
• Employee pet care discounts
• Employee wellness resources, including mental health support and employee assistance programs
• Support from a collaborative, veterinarian-led organization that values mentorship, innovation, evidence-based medicine, and clinical excellence
• Outstanding opportunities for continuing education, referral practice growth, and long-term professional development within a progressive specialty veterinary organization

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