Veterinary Surgeon

National Veterinary Associates; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Health reimbursement account (HRA) (部分

Annual CE allowance and CE time off

Generous vacation and sick time

Referral and incentive bonuses

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, seeks a veterinary surgeon in West Springfield, MA, offering a 4‑day work week and no on‑call or holiday requirements. The role features a base salary of $220,000–$230,000 depending on experience, plus production, with generous sign‑on and retention bonuses.

You’ll lead surgical cases in a new 12,000‑sq‑ft facility, supported by a two‑person certified technician team and specialty services liaison.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Massachusetts state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Surgery or Residency Trained in Veterinary Surgery.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• An entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset with interest in helping shape a growing surgical service.

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.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

Board Certification / Residency in Veterinary Surgery

Job description

$220,000 - $230,000 base salary based on experience, plus production with no negative accrual
Extremely generous sign‑on bonus and retention bonus
Full‑time opportunity in West Springfield, Massachusetts
Schedule: 4 days per week with no on‑call or holiday requirements

Are you ready to build the surgical career you’ve been looking for while getting more out of life outside the hospital? At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH), you’ll join a growing Surgery department where you’ll have the autonomy to shape your practice, the resources to deliver advanced medicine, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

You’ll have the freedom to develop your own appointment and surgery schedule while working a four‑day week with no on‑call or holiday requirements. Your clinical practice will be supported by a dedicated minimum two‑person certified technician team and a specialty services liaison team, allowing you to focus on your patients while having the support you need to provide exceptional care.

VESH’s brand‑new 12,000‑square‑foot West Springfield facility offers 24‑hour emergency care alongside Surgery, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Urgent Care, and Exotics. The hospital is equipped with advanced imaging including CT, X‑ray, and ultrasound, as well as a full blood bank, ventilator, and other modern equipment to support complex surgical cases and multidisciplinary patient care.

At VESH, culture is a priority. We focus on cultural fit at every level because we believe the best medicine happens when talented people trust, support, and enjoy working with one another. You’ll have the opportunity to help grow the Surgery department while contributing to a team that values innovation, professional development, collaboration, and a healthy quality of life.

Location Highlight

West Springfield offers the best of Western Massachusetts, with excellent dining, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family‑friendly activities at a lower cost of living than nearby major cities. You’ll also have convenient access to Boston and New York City, while enjoying local favorites including hiking trails, Six Flags, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, and the Dr. Seuss Museum. Learn more about what Western, MA has to offerhere .

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

• $220,000 - $230,000 base salary based on experience, plus production with no negative accrual
• Extremely generous sign‑on bonus
• Retention Bonus
• Dedicated minimum two‑person certified technician team
• Specialty services liaison team
• Freedom to develop your own appointment and surgery schedule
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Partially funded health reimbursement account (HRA)
• Annual CE allowance and additional CE time off
• Generous vacation and sick time
• Referral and incentive bonuses

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

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Massachusetts state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Surgery or Residency Trained in Veterinary Surgery.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client‑centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.
• An entrepreneurial and growth‑oriented mindset with an interest in helping shape a growing surgical service.

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.

West Springfield, Massachusetts, United States