Equine Surgeon - Sports Medicine Focus

AzVMA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Generous continuing education allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading equine medical clinic in California is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Equine Surgeon with a strong focus on sports medicine. The role involves managing a varied surgical caseload and collaborating with a team of experienced clinicians. Located in an area known for its quality of life and outdoor activities, this position offers competitive compensation and a supportive, team-oriented work culture. Opportunity for mentorship and professional development is available.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in sports medicine and lameness.
• Willingness to participate in surgical on-call rotation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and referring veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse surgical caseload including elective and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with referring veterinarians and farriers.
• Mentor interns, students, and colleagues.

Skills

Collaboration

Effective communication

Interest in sports medicine

Mentorship

Education

Board-certified or board-eligible (ACVS or equivalent)

Tools

CT

Standing MRI

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Job description

Overview

Equine Surgeon — Sports Medicine Focus

Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics (SPEC)
Salinas & Menlo Park, California
Part of the Altano International Network

Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics (SPEC) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible equine surgeon with a strong interest in sports medicine and lameness to join our progressive, equine-exclusive practice on California’s Central Coast.

This position offers a rare combination of advanced surgical capability, high-level imaging, a strong referral base, and an exceptional quality of life in one of the most desirable equestrian regions in the country. Our world-class team consists of 22 doctors including multiple board-certified surgeons and internal medicine specialists, more than 30 skilled support staff, and consulting specialists in sports medicine, cardiology, oncology and ophthalmology.

SPEC is proud to be part of the Altano International network of equine practices, providing access to a global community of specialists, collaborative case support, and robust continuing education opportunities while maintaining the autonomy and culture of a locally-led hospital.

Hospital & Diagnostic Capabilities

Our practice features:

• Modern surgical suite with dedicated anesthesia support
• Standing MRI
• CT
• Nuclear scintigraphy (bone scan)
• Digital radiography & ultrasound
• Comprehensive lameness evaluation capabilities

We also operate a busy satellite clinic in Menlo Park serving the San Francisco Bay Area sport horse community.

Caseload & Opportunity

• Diverse surgical caseload including elective and emergency procedures
• Strong sports medicine and performance horse population
• Established referral relationships throughout Northern California
• Opportunity to further develop surgical and sports medicine services
• Supportive team of experienced clinicians and staff
• Active collaboration with referring veterinarians and farriers

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a surgeon who:

• Is board-certified or board-eligible (ACVS or equivalent) with a strong interest in sports medicine and lameness
• Enjoys collaboration in a multi-doctor environment and values mentorship and teaching of interns, students, and colleagues
• Communicates effectively with clients and referring veterinarians
• Is willing to participate in an equitable surgical on-call rotation

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package including production-based incentives, generous CE allowance and professional development support, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Collaboration within the Altano international network
• Excellent technical and administrative support staff
• Positive, team-oriented culture

Quality of Life

• Salinas and Menlo Park offer exceptional quality of life
• Mild, temperate weather year-round
• Close to Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, and Big Sur
• Easy access to San Francisco and Silicon Valley
• Outstanding equestrian community
• World-class outdoor recreation, dining, and cultural opportunities

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