Veterinary Surgeon

National Veterinary Associates; Centerville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

PTO & Leave

Disability & Life Insurance

CE allowance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health seeks an experienced veterinary surgeon to join a collaborative team of emergency doctors and specialists. You will balance consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures, using advanced imaging and minimally invasive equipment.

Dayton-area hospital offers a supportive culture focused on mentorship and professional growth. You should hold a DVM with licensure eligibility and DACVS or surgical residency, and demonstrate strong surgical skills, client communication,

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and licensure eligibility.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or surgical residency.
• Strong surgical and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication with clients and teams.
• Collaborative mindset with emergency and other specialties.
• Interest in leadership and growing the surgical service.

Responsibilities

• Balance consultations, case workups, and surgeries.
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries with imaging.
• Collaborate with other specialties to manage complex cases.
• Help shape the surgical service in line with hospital priorities.
• Work with dedicated surgical nursing and support staff.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners throughout care.
• Promote a positive, learning-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Surgical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Leadership interest

Education

DVM or equivalent

Licensure eligibility

Job description

Join a collaborative team of experienced emergency doctors and specialists in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Radiology, and Critical Care, with access to additional specialty services through our Cincinnati sister hospital. Our surgeons are supported by advanced technology, including CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, laparoscopy, and minimally invasive surgical equipment. At Care Center, we foster a positive, team-oriented culture where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth are prioritized.

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

Location Highlight

Dayton offers a unique blend of culture, outdoor adventure, and affordability, with attractions like the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, scenic parks, and nearby hiking destinations. Residents enjoy easy access to the charming village of Yellow Springs, along with the dining, arts, and entertainment scenes of both Columbus and Cincinnati. With so much to explore within a short drive, Dayton provides an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families alike.

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.