Veterinary Surgeon (Board Certified)

Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education allowance

Health and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Pet care discounts

Job summary

A veterinary emergency and specialty hospital is seeking a board-certified Veterinary Surgeon in Westford, MA. The role involves performing complex surgical procedures and managing challenging cases in a collaborative environment. With a competitive salary ranging from $250,000 to $300,000, benefits include continuing education allowance, health insurance, and generous paid time off. Ideal candidates will be DVM graduates, experienced in emergency or specialty settings, and skilled in mentorship.

Qualifications

• Eligible for state veterinary licensure in Massachusetts.
• Prior experience in emergency/referral or specialty hospital settings preferred.
• Experience with quality assurance, training, or mentoring veterinary staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries.
• Manage complex referral and emergency surgical cases.
• Develop surgical plans using advanced diagnostics and imaging.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

DVM or equivalent

Board-certified or residency-trained in small animal surgery

Job description

Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center is seeking a board-certifiedVeterinary Surgeon to join our 24/7 emergency and referral hospital in Westford, MA. Since our founding in 2012, we’ve been a trusted provider of emergency and advanced veterinary medicine in the region. Our highly skilled team is dedicated to collaboration and delivering the highest standard of care in the industry.

As a Veterinary Surgeon with Westford, you will have the opportunity to perform complex surgical procedures including orthopedic, thoracic, abdominal, and emergency surgeries all while working in a high-level referral hospital environment managing challenging and rewarding cases.

Join a collaborative, specialty-driven referral hospital with advanced surgical capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and specialty care.

Position Highlights

• Schedule:Full Time or Part Time. Willing to work with the right candidate to create a schedule that meets both the needs of the hospital and the candidate
• Environment:Specialty and emergency referral hospital with advanced surgical capabilities

Clinical Impact & Responsibilities

• Perform advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries
• Manage complex referral and emergency surgical cases
• Collaborate with emergency and specialty teams on patient care
• Develop surgical plans using advanced diagnostics and imaging
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient management
• Communicate treatment plans with pet owners and referring veterinarians
• Mentor clinical staff and participate in hospital rounds and continuing education
• Help develop and refine surgical protocols, reporting standards, and quality controls.
• Participate in clinical case reviews, discussions, and continuing education initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary:$250,000-$300,000 (based on experience)
• Continuing education allowance
• License fee reimbursement
• Health and dental insurance with excellent employer match
• Mental Health Resources
• Generous paid time off (sick, vacation, and personal float days)
• Pet care discounts, including staff feeding program and reduced rates
• Supplemental insurance options

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent
• Board-certified or residency-trained in small animal surgery (ACVS)
• Eligible for state veterinary licensure
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate virtually.
• Ability to obtain veterinary licensure in Massachusetts
• Prior experience in emergency/referral or specialty hospital settings preferred
• Experience with quality assurance, training, or mentoring veterinary staff preferred

Why Westford Veterinary?

Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center is known for rapid growth, advanced diagnostic capabilities including multiple imaging suites, CT and MRI, and a team-oriented culture focused on high-quality care. We believe in compassion — for patients, clients, and team members alike.

Why Join Rarebreed Veterinary Partners?

At Rarebreed, we believe great patient care starts with empowered professionals. We invest in your clinical autonomy, advocate for your professional growth, and provide the infrastructure you need to lead in medicine, mentorship, and the advancement of veterinary care.

If you are passionate about purposeful work, uphold high standards, and want to make a meaningful difference for pets and their families, this is where you belong.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of professional reference checks and a background screening.

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