Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon — Autonomy, Sign-On & $250k+

Supreme Search Specialists; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Retention Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists is offering a Veterinary Surgeon position in Windsor, CT with a competitive salary and substantial bonuses. The role requires board certification or residency training and provides access to advanced surgical facilities and a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will lead specialist surgical care for companion animals, handling complex cases with autonomy and comprehensive support. Connecticut license and DEA registration are prerequisites for employment.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Surgery, or completion of an appropriate veterinary surgical residency.
• Completion of relevant postgraduate training, including a small animal rotating internship.
• Active Connecticut veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
• DEA Registration, or eligibility to obtain and maintain registration.
• Strong clinical expertise in small animal surgery and perioperative patient management.
• Experience performing complex surgical procedures and managing challenging clinical cases.
• Previous post-residency surgical experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary veterinary team.
• Strong organizational skills and a commitment to clinical excellence.
• A compassionate, patient-focused approach to specialist veterinary surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced surgical consultations and treatment for companion animals.
• Perform specialist soft tissue, orthopedic, and emergency procedures according to expertise.
• Evaluate complex surgical cases and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging, lab results, and clinical findings to guide decisions.
• Collaborate with emergency veterinarians and other specialists for comprehensive care.
• Oversee surgical prep, anesthesia planning, and postoperative management.
• Monitor outcomes and adjust treatments based on recovery.
• Communicate options, risks, prognosis, and post-op care to pet owners.
• Maintain accurate medical records and uphold ethical standards.
• Support professional development of veterinary technicians and staff.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative clinical environment.

Skills

Small animal surgery

Perioperative care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Board Certification in Veterinary Surgery

Postgraduate training incl. rotating internship

Active Connecticut veterinary license

DEA registration

Job description

Supreme Search Specialists is offering a Veterinary Surgeon position in Windsor, CT with a competitive salary and substantial bonuses. The role requires board certification or residency training and provides access to advanced surgical facilities and a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will lead specialist surgical care for companion animals, handling complex cases with autonomy and comprehensive support. Connecticut license and DEA registration are prerequisites for employment.