Equine Surgeon, Performance Equine Associates

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid memberships & licensing dues

Parental leave

Self-care wellness platform

Continuing education through Altano Academy and VetPD courses

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital is looking for an exceptional Equine Surgeon to join their progressive team in Plano, Texas. This role emphasizes experience with both elective and emergency surgery, including orthopedic, colic, and soft tissue procedures.

Candidates should be prepared to engage with a team of experts, offering a robust caseload and numerous professional growth opportunities. The position is ideal for those interested in advancing their careers in western performance horse medicine.

Qualifications

• ACVS Certification preferred.
• Completion of an ACVS-approved residency required.
• Experience with elective and emergency surgery, including orthopedic, colic, and soft tissue procedures.

Skills

Experience with elective and emergency surgery

Interest in western performance horse medicine

Education

Completion of an ACVS-approved residency

ACVS Certification

Job description

Performance Equine Associates, a premier referral hospital serving Southern Oklahoma and North Texas, is seeking an exceptional Equine Surgeon to join our progressive, state‑of‑the‑art team.

What We’re Looking For

• ACVS Certification preferred
• Completion of an ACVS‑approved residency required
• Experience with elective and emergency surgery, including orthopedic, colic, and soft tissue procedures
• Interest in western performance horse medicine

Why Join PEA?

• Seven‑doctor team with multiple board‑certified specialists
• Digital radiography & fluoroscopy
• Digital ultrasonography & endoscopy
• Neonatal intensive care & isolation facility
• Full surgical & regenerative medicine capabilities
• Strong referral, field service, and horse show caseloads
• Benefits & Professional Growth

Health insurance

• 401(k)
• Paid memberships & licensing dues
• Parental leave
• Self‑care wellness platform
• Continuing education through Altano Academy, VetPD courses, and specialist collaboration

Location

Conveniently located along I-35 between Oklahoma City and the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, in the heart of Quarter Horse breeding and training country—close to major western performance horse events while offering a welcoming equestrian community lifestyle.