Veterinary Surgeon

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Signing Bonus

Competitive Compensation

Shareholder Opportunity

Student Loan Repayment Program

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A veterinary specialty hospital in Houston is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon to perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries. This role offers a structured four-day work week with no routine emergency surgery, allowing for work-life balance. The ideal candidate will work in a collaborative environment alongside a skilled multi-specialty team and enjoy competitive compensation, including a generous signing bonus and shareholder opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experienced in orthopedic and soft tissue procedures.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries.
• Collaborate with a multi-specialty team.
• Support a balanced work schedule with no emergency surgeries.

Skills

Orthopedic surgical skills

Soft tissue surgical skills

Collaboration

Team collaboration

Education

Board certification or residency training in veterinary surgery

Tools

Advanced surgical technology

Job description

Overview

MedVet is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon to join our Houston, TX specialty hospital! The ideal candidate enjoys a combination of orthopedic and soft tissue procedures. This role offers a balanced four-day work week, structured with a mix of surgery and appointment days. The caseload is currently orthopedic-focused, with ongoing and increasing opportunities for soft tissue surgery.

The schedule is designed to support work-life balance, with no routine after-hours or weekend emergency surgery and minimal after-hours responsibilities. The hospital is well equipped with multiple surgery suites, dedicated surgical technicians, fluoroscopy with planned upgrades, and advanced surgical technology including arthroscopy capabilities.

You will work alongside a multi-specialty team in a collaborative environment that encourages open case discussion and shared clinical decision-making.

Why join MedVet Houston?

• MedVet Houston is a referral-only, appointment-based specialty hospital that offers Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Surgery.
• We have a state-of-the-art hospital with all the technology and equipment you need to provide exceptional care. Our facility has advanced technology, including CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and 2 spacious, fully equipped operating rooms.
• We are committed to providing a collaborative, team-focused environment where you\'ll work with leading veterinarians and a highly-trained clinical team.
• Learn more about MedVet Leading Specialty Healthcare for Pets by reviewing our Welcome to MedVet Digital Magazine.

Everything Starts with Our Caregivers

• Founded in 1988, MedVet continues to be a veterinary-owned and led organization of multi-specialty and emergency hospitals.
• Our doctors are eligible to become shareholders, which is a rare opportunity to have ownership and share in the growth and success of MedVet & VEI hospitals across the country.
• We offer all the benefits you expect, plus a Generous Signing Bonus, Competitive Compensation, Shareholder Opportunity, Student Loan Repayment Program, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Our passionate and dedicated team of doctors, certified technicians, assistants, and client service representatives is committed to being the best in the veterinary profession to give and receive care. Everyone who enters our hospital doors can feel our collaboration, passion, and energy.
• Our team members treat patients and clients like they are our own families, and we develop referral partner relationships built on trust, respect, communication, and empathy.

Why will you love living in Houston?

America\'s fourth-largest city is truly a melting pot that mixes international appeal and Southern charm. Sample cuisine from thousands of restaurants that feature culinary offerings from more than 70 different countries or enjoy world-class shopping and attractions. There are more than 500 institutions devoted to the performing and visual arts, science, and history. Houston also ranks first in the ten most populous cities for total acreage of parks and has 300 miles of bikeways giving you ample opportunities to get out and explore. The region is also home to Space Center Houston and multiple professional and collegiate sports teams.

For more information about MedVet, please visit our website at www.medvet.com. To submit a confidential CV, email Paige Heldreth at [e-mail].

More positions are listed at www.medvet.com/careers. Are you moving somewhere we don\'t currently have a posting for? We still want to hear from you!

Employment and inclusion statement
MedVet is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all team members. You can count on us to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all team members and applicants. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, training, and overall experience and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.