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

The hospital has served its community for approximately two decades and is entering an exciting period of continued growth with expanded clinical space and additional specialty services. The incoming Surgeon will have the opportunity to help develop and shape the Surgery service and operating room environment, including providing input on surgical equipment, clinical resources, operating room workflow, and department protocols.

A particularly attractive feature of this opportunity is the absence of an on-call requirement. Experienced Emergency clinicians are comfortable performing routine emergency procedures, allowing the Surgeon to maintain a more predictable schedule while still practicing within a comprehensive 24/7 hospital environment.

This position is ideal for a Surgeon who enjoys evidence-based surgical medicine, advanced procedures, complex case management, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The hospital also provides access to onsite CT and endoscopy, supporting advanced diagnostic evaluation and surgical planning.

Continuing education and professional development are strongly encouraged, providing opportunities for the Surgeon to advance clinical skills, pursue individual areas of interest, mentor other veterinary professionals, and contribute to the continued development of specialty medicine within the hospital.

Practice Information:
This established 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital has provided veterinary care to its community for approximately 20 years and maintains a strong referral and client base.

The practice is expanding its clinical space and specialty capabilities, including development of its surgical facilities. The incoming Surgeon will have an opportunity to provide early input regarding operating room equipment, surgical resources, workflow, and clinical protocols.

Advanced hospital resources include:

• Onsite CT
• Endoscopy
• Advanced diagnostic capabilities
• Dedicated surgical and operating room resources
• 24/7 Emergency services
• Specialty referral services
• Registered Veterinary Technician support
• Veterinary assistants
• Collaborative veterinary and specialty teams
• Experienced Emergency clinicians capable of managing routine emergency surgical procedures

The hospital’s clinical and professional culture emphasizes:

• Evidence-based surgical medicine
• Advanced specialty care
• High standards of patient care
• Multidisciplinary case management
• Thoughtful perioperative care
• Clinical autonomy
• Compassionate client communication
• Strong veterinary technician utilization
• Continuing education
• Professional development
• Clinical skill advancement
• Positive and respectful teamwork
• Sustainable specialty careers
• Healthy work-life balance

Role Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients referred for surgical consultation
• Develop individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and surgical treatment plans
• Perform advanced soft tissue surgical procedures appropriate to specialty training
• Perform orthopedic surgical procedures appropriate to training and clinical expertise
• Manage complex surgical cases from consultation through postoperative recovery
• Coordinate preoperative diagnostic evaluation and surgical planning
• Utilize onsite CT and other advanced diagnostic resources when clinically appropriate
• Incorporate endoscopic capabilities into diagnostic or procedural planning when appropriate
• Develop appropriate perioperative analgesia and patient-management plans
• Monitor postoperative recovery and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated
• Coordinate hospitalization and postoperative care with the 24/7 Emergency team
• Collaborate with other specialty services on patients with complex or concurrent conditions
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning
• Communicate diagnoses, surgical recommendations, procedural risks, prognosis, and postoperative expectations clearly and compassionately with clients
• Maintain communication with referring veterinarians to support continuity of care
• Maintain complete and timely medical and surgical records
• Work closely with Registered Veterinary Technicians, veterinary assistants, and other surgical support professionals
• Help select appropriate surgical equipment and operating room resources
• Help establish and refine surgical protocols and standards of care
• Contribute to efficient operating room workflow and department development
• Support mentorship and clinical skill development throughout the veterinary team
• Participate in continuing education and pursue individual areas of surgical interest
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Surgery service

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree
• Completion of an approved Small Animal Surgery residency
• Board certification or board eligibility through the appropriate veterinary surgical specialty college
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Eligibility for applicable controlled-substance registrations
• Advanced training in small animal surgery
• Strong surgical and clinical decision-making skills
• Experience managing complex surgical patients
• Advanced soft tissue surgical capabilities
• Orthopedic surgical capabilities appropriate to training and experience
• Strong understanding of perioperative patient management
• Ability to incorporate advanced diagnostic imaging into surgical planning
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high standards of patient care
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Compassionate approach to client communication
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work effectively with Emergency veterinarians, specialists, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and veterinary assistants
• Interest in helping develop operating room protocols, workflow, equipment, and clinical standards
• Interest in mentorship and clinical knowledge sharing
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive Compensation (This opportunity offers a comprehensive package of financial and wellness benefits, including potential annual earnings of $250,000 base plus production)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending account options
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Professional development resources
• Professional liability insurance
• Veterinary license and controlled-substance registration reimbursement
• Professional association and specialty membership support
• Life insurance options
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability options
• Employee assistance and mental health resources
• Fertility and family-building support
• Additional inclusive healthcare and wellness resources
• Pet care benefits or veterinary service discounts
• Relocation, sign-on, or other employment incentives when applicable
• Opportunities to help develop and grow the Surgery service
• Additional benefits based on employment status and eligibility

A particularly exciting aspect of this position is the opportunity for the Surgeon to have early input into the development of the operating room and Surgery service, including equipment selection, surgical resources, clinical protocols, and workflow. Combined with onsite CT, endoscopy, 24/7 Emergency support, experienced veterinary professionals, expanding specialty services, and no routine on-call requirement, the hospital offers a strong environment for advanced surgical medicine, professional development, and long-term career growth.

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