Veterinary Surgeon - Alaska

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (vision, medical, dental)

401K with company match

Work-life balance initiatives

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking a Board-Certified Surgeon to lead veterinary surgical services in Anchorage, Alaska. The role offers an impressive starting base salary up to $300,000, along with production incentives and a generous benefits package including health insurance, retirement matching, and PTO.

This position allows for autonomy and the opportunity to build a department from the ground up while working with a dedicated team committed to high-quality animal care. If you wish to make a significant impact in both a hospital and community, we invite you to join us and create something extraordinary in Alaska!

Qualifications

• Board-certified surgeon or residency-trained veterinarian.
• Experience in leading a high-performing team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality surgical services to animals.
• Lead and inspire a dedicated veterinary team.
• Shape the department and implement innovative practices.

Skills

Board-Certified Surgery

Leadership Skills

Servant Leadership Philosophy

Autonomy in Decision Making

Education

Veterinary Degree (DVM or equivalent)

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon & “Builder of What’s Next” is Needed in Alaska!

Are you a Board-Certified Surgeon or Residency Trained Veterinarian with an entrepreneurial mindset? Are you someone who thrives with autonomy, innovation, and the opportunity to shape a department from the ground up? Do you want the freedom to select the equipment, team, and systems needed to deliver exceptional veterinary care and legendary client service?

If so, we’d love to meet you.

As one of the most underserved veterinary specialties in Alaska, surgical care represents a vital need for our patients and their families. Your leadership would help bring a level of service that is currently unavailable in much of the state. We’re seeking someone who knows what it takes to lead and inspire a high‑performing team. Someone who embraces a servant‑leadership philosophy and recognizes the value each team member brings to the hospital. If you’re always exploring ways to improve your craft, your team, and your environment, you’ll fit right in!

The Pet Stop, founded in 1985, is a well‑established small animal practice known for delivering compassionate, individualized, high‑quality care. We provide comprehensive medical services, including diagnostic ultrasound and endoscopy, and serve dogs, cats, and a handful of exotics—while Alaska’s wildlife keeps things interesting all on its own.

You’ll be supported by a long‑tenured, highly skilled, and deeply dedicated team that allows our doctors to focus on what matters most: patient care.

Learn more about us in this short video: https://youtu.be/QekCAUEwd3U

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting base salary up to $300,000, monthly production with no negative accrual, and sign‑on bonus.
• Health insurance (vision, medical, dental, with company HSA contribution), life and disability insurance, 401K with company match, PTO, generous CE, reimbursement for membership dues and license fees, uniform allowance, and more.

We strongly value work–life balance, giving you time to enjoy family, friends, and the incredible Alaska outdoors. If you’re ready to build, lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on both a hospital and a community, we’d love to help you make it happen.

Come create something extraordinary with us here in Alaska!