Equine Surgeon

New Frontier Animal Medical Center

Las Vegas (NV)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

4.5-day work week

Mentorship

401K with 3% match

Paid membership and licensing dues

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading equine medical center in southern Nevada is seeking a skilled equine surgeon to join their dedicated veterinary team. The ideal candidate will handle a diverse caseload and perform both elective and emergency surgeries. The practice offers state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive environment, fostering collaboration among experienced veterinarians. Competitive salary, signing bonuses, and relocation assistance are included in the benefits package alongside unique professional growth opportunities through Altano Academy.

Qualifications

Must be proficient in both elective and emergency surgeries.
Experience in sports medicine and internal medicine is a plus.
Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for horses.
Participate in emergency and elective surgeries.
Collaborate with a team of specialists in veterinary medicine.

Skills

Elective and emergency surgeries

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

Overview

Equine Surgeons: Join a Dependable, Passionate, and Experienced Team at Desert Pines Equine

We are looking for a skilled equine surgeon to join our progressive and experienced veterinary team at Desert Pines Equine Medical & Surgical Center. The ideal candidate will enjoy a diverse caseload and should be comfortable and proficient with elective and emergency surgeries.

Desert Pines is southern Nevada’s only full-service primary care, referral and emergency equine hospital. We provide sports medicine, surgery, internal medicine, reproduction, preventive care, ambulatory, emergency and critical care services. We work as a collaborative group of veterinarians who share a common passion for the horse. Our mission is to provide professional, high-quality, progressive medicine with compassionate care and excellent customer service for our clients and their horses.

Our seven-doctor practice includes a surgeon, an internist, and excellent support staff. We service a thriving equine community beyond the glow of the neon lights of Las Vegas, with a diverse horse population competing in events such as show jumping, dressage, eventing, racing, western pleasure, western cow-horse, cutting, and rodeo. Desert Pines is the Preferred Provider at the South Point Equestrian Center, who plays host to events 40 weeks out of the year. The practice has served as the official veterinarians for the National Finals Rodeo since 1985, as well as at major events including the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup and the Las Vegas National Horse Show.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include two large exam/treatment rooms, ICU stalls, a hospitalization barn, and a surgical suite, and is well supported with a full range of diagnostics and imaging equipment. Expansion is on the horizon at Desert Pines, including an additional barn and nuclear scintigraphy facility – join us as we move forward with expansion and come grow with the practice.

Perks

Competitive salary, signing bonus, and relocation assistance
4.5-day work week
Mentorship with 80+ years of experience under one roof
No state income tax in Nevada
Open to discussions on creative scheduling
Competitive benefits package including health and ancillary insurance, 401K with 3% match, paid membership and licensing dues, and parental leave. Additionally, you'll have opportunities for continued professional growth through Altano Academy, connecting you with a global network of colleagues and specialists for collaboration, CE events, and VetPD courses.

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