Elite Equine Surgeon — Orthopedic & Lameness Care

National Veterinary Associates Inc.; Idaho; On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement benefits

Paid time off (sick leave and vacation)

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a dedicated equine surgeon to join our team in Commerce, California. The position emphasizes a strong focus on equine surgery, providing both elective and emergency procedures. The ideal candidate will be a diplomate with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons or surgery residency-trained.

This role offers a flexible schedule, mentorship opportunities, and a competitive salary range of $145,000 - $175,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be an accomplished veterinary professional with a passion for high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to support clients and patients alike.
• Ambitious and professional while enjoying collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Strong focus on equine surgery with sports medicine work available.
• Caseload will consist of elective and emergency surgeries.
• Flexible schedule available, mentorship on site.

Skills

Veterinary medicine expertise

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diplomate with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons

Surgery residency-trained veterinarian

Job description

McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital (MPEH) is seeking an equine surgeon to build and grow a surgical referral service within an established, full-service equine practice serving Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial, confident veterinarian with a strong interest in surgery and sports medicine who wants to shape a growing service line. The caseload includes elective and emergency surgery, arthroscopy, fracture repair, tendon and ligament injuries, trauma and laceration repair, and orthopedic conditions in foals—with significant opportunity to expand based on your interests and expertise.

The Opportunity

• Build and grow a surgical referral caseload and service line
• Strong focus on surgery, with sports medicine opportunities
• Elective and emergency procedures with room to expand
• Flexible scheduling, including potential for a non-traditional or part-time schedule
• Collaborative nine-doctor team, including a boarded internist, with experienced technicians and support staff
• Mentorship and collaboration with other practices and specialists

The Hospital

MPEH operates two locations serving the Inland Northwest, with the Newman Lake hospital focused on lameness, surgery and critical care. Facilities include digital radiography, dynamic endoscopy and gastroscopy, a dedicated surgery suite, isolation barn, rehabilitation services, and farrier/podiatry services. The Colbert location also offers breeding and semen collection.

We are seeking a board-certified surgeon or surgery residency-trained veterinarian with strong communication skills, sound clinical judgment, and the initiative to help build a program. We value ambition and entrepreneurship alongside collaboration, teamwork and exceptional client care.

• $145,000–$175,000 annual salary, based on experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location and internal equity
• Production bonus eligibility based on collections and eligibility criteria
• Benefits may include medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement benefits, PTO, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance

Live & Work in the Inland Northwest

The Spokane area offers an exceptional mix of outdoor recreation and urban amenities, with easy access to hiking, fishing and skiing, along with universities, performing arts, wineries, breweries, athletics and a vibrant equine community.

If you’re looking to build something and make an impact on the future of equine practice, we’d love to talk with you. Reach out to McClure at 828.434.8340 or email [e-mail]

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.