The Job Opportunity:
A growing 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital is seeking an experienced board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon to join its established surgical team.

This opportunity is particularly well suited for a surgeon with a strong interest and skill set in orthopedic surgery. The position offers a diverse surgical caseload that includes acute soft tissue procedures, orthopedic surgery, and elective orthopedic cases, supported by advanced diagnostic capabilities, multiple surgical suites, and a highly trained clinical team.

The hospital emphasizes evidence-based medicine, clinical autonomy, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continued professional development. Surgeons work closely with criticalists, emergency clinicians, internists, other specialists, and experienced veterinary technicians to provide comprehensive care for complex patients.

As the hospital continues to expand, there may also be opportunities to collaborate in the development of sports medicine and rehabilitation services, providing an exciting environment for a surgeon interested in helping shape future clinical programs.

Practice Information:
This established 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital operates from a modern, approximately 36,000-square-foot facility designed to support advanced emergency, critical care, surgical, and specialty medicine.

Clinical and specialty services include:

• Emergency and Critical Care
• Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Ophthalmology
• Cardiology
• Dermatology
• Radiation Oncology
• Additional developing specialty services

The hospital maintains a large 24/7 intensive care unit supported by criticalists, experienced emergency clinicians, and highly trained veterinary technicians. This provides strong perioperative and postoperative support for patients requiring advanced monitoring or intensive care.  The hospital also collaborates closely with a partner specialty facility, providing access to an expanded community of specialists and additional opportunities for consultation, case collaboration, and continuity of care.
Future growth plans may include sports medicine and rehabilitation services, further expanding opportunities for integrated management of orthopedic patients.  Advanced equipment and surgical resources include:

• Multiple surgical suites
• CT imaging
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Linear accelerator for radiation oncology
• Advanced ICU and patient monitoring capabilities

Role Responsibilities:

• Evaluate surgical patients and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Perform advanced orthopedic surgical procedures
• Perform acute and elective soft tissue surgical procedures
• Manage traumatic orthopedic injuries and other complex surgical presentations
• Provide preoperative and postoperative case management
• Utilize CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and other advanced diagnostics when clinically appropriate
• Collaborate with criticalists and emergency clinicians on surgical emergencies
• Work closely with internists and other specialists on complex multidisciplinary cases
• Coordinate postoperative monitoring and pain management with ICU and veterinary nursing teams
• Communicate diagnoses, surgical recommendations, risks, prognosis, and follow-up plans clearly and compassionately with clients
• Maintain communication with referring veterinarians to support continuity of care
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Participate in collaborative case discussions and continuing education
• Help support the continued development of orthopedic and surgical services
• Contribute clinical expertise to potential future sports medicine and rehabilitation programs
• Support a respectful, collegial, and team-oriented hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree
• Diplomate status with the appropriate veterinary surgery specialty college or completion of an approved surgical residency with eligibility for board certification
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Advanced surgical training and clinical experience
• Strong interest and proficiency in orthopedic surgery
• Willingness to regularly perform orthopedic surgical procedures
• Experience with soft tissue surgery and complex surgical case management
• Strong clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to compassionate client communication
• Interest in multidisciplinary case collaboration
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Positive and collegial approach to teamwork

Compensation & Benefits May Include:
The hospital offers competitive compensation based on experience, specialty credentials, schedule, and responsibilities, with additional earning opportunities potentially available.  Eligible team members may also receive a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid vacation, sick, personal, and continuing education time
• Continuing education support
• Professional liability insurance
• Veterinary license and controlled-substance registration reimbursement
• Professional association and specialty dues
• Veterinary clinical reference resources
• Access to online scientific and medical publications
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability options
• Life insurance options
• Employee assistance and mental health resources
• Wellness and physical therapy resources
• Fertility and family-building support
• Employee pet care benefits
• Referral incentives
• Relocation and other employment incentives when applicable
• Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration and professional growth

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