Veterinary Surgeon

National Veterinary Associates; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

CE allowance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Asheville is seeking a board-certified veterinary surgeon (or surgical resident) to join our growing specialty service.

You will balance consultations, advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries, and collaboration with emergency and critical care teams in a state‑of‑the‑art 34,000 sq. ft. facility.

This role offers leadership opportunities, mentorship, and professional development within Ethos and the NVA network.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or completion of a surgical residency.
• Strong surgical skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures.
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries using available imaging and surgical equipment.
• Collaborate with other specialties to support integrated case management.
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in line with hospital priorities.
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners throughout the surgical process.
• Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

Strong surgical skills

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Leadership interest

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or residency

Job description

Why Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

Are you looking to plant roots in the stunning mountains of Western NC? South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)—formerly known as Upstate Veterinary Specialty Pet Hospital - Asheville is on an exciting growth journey, and we’re looking for a passionate clinician to join our exceptional team!

We’re under new management, prioritizing innovation, collaboration, and top-tier patient care. Our human trained sonographer is on board to enhance diagnostic capabilities, giving you the support you need to excel in your specialty. Our brand-new, 34,000 sq. ft. state-of-the‑art facility is designed to provide the best care possible.

With cutting‑edge tools, you’ll have everything you need to practice at the highest level, including:

• 1.5 T GE MRI & 64 slice GE CT scanner
• Interventional radiology suite with fluoroscopy
• Designated neurosurgery suite
• Onsite blood bank
• Dedicated neurology coordinator

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

When you’re not making a difference in pets’ lives, you’ll be living in one of the most desirable cities in the country. Asheville offers easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, breathtaking hiking trails, a thriving culinary scene, featuring 12 James Beard-nominated restaurants and a vibrant, dog‑friendly brewery and bar culture—perfect for unwinding after work.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance

• Sign‑on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day to day, you will:

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries using available imaging and surgical equipment
• Collaborate with other specialties to support integrated case management
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in line with hospital priorities
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners throughout the surgical process
• Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or completion of a surgical residency
• Strong surgical skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach
• A collaborative mindset and interest in working closely with emergency, critical care, and other specialty services
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, teaching, and advancing specialty medicine
• Interest in leadership and helping develop and grow a surgical service is welcomed

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.