Equine Surgeon | Desert Pines Equine

Altano North America

$100K — $150K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
  • Completion of an internship or equivalent experience in equine surgery
  • Proficiency in elective and emergency surgical procedures
  • Strong communication skills for client interactions
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team setting
  • Commitment to high-quality, compassionate veterinary care
  • Interest in continued education and professional development

Responsibilities

  • Perform elective and emergency equine surgeries
  • Collaborate with a team of veterinarians on complex cases
  • Provide pre-operative and post-operative care for patients
  • Participate in diagnostic imaging as needed
  • Engage with clients to discuss treatment options and outcomes
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of surgical protocols
  • Assist in mentorship and training of junior staff

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, signing bonus, and relocation assistance
  • 4.5-day work week
  • Mentorship from experienced veterinarians
  • No state income tax in Nevada
  • Flexible scheduling options available
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401K
  • Opportunities for continued professional growth through training programs
Full Job Description
Equine Surgeons: Join a Dependable, Passionate, and Experienced Team at Desert Pines Equine

We are looking for a skilled equine surgeon to join our progressive and experienced veterinary team at Desert Pines Equine Medical & Surgical Center. The ideal candidate will enjoy a diverse caseload and should be comfortable and proficient with elective and emergency surgeries.

Desert Pines is southern Nevada's only full-service primary care, referral and emergency equine hospital. We provide sports medicine, surgery, internal medicine, reproduction, preventive care, ambulatory, emergency and critical care services. We work as a collaborative group of veterinarians who share a common passion for the horse. Our mission is to provide professional, high-quality, progressive medicine with compassionate care and excellent customer service for our clients and their horses.

Our seven-doctor practice includes a surgeon, an internist, and excellent support staff. We service a thriving equine community beyond the glow of the neon lights of Las Vegas, with a diverse horse population competing in events such as show jumping, dressage, eventing, racing, western pleasure, western cow-horse, cutting, and rodeo. Desert Pines is the Preferred Provider at the South Point Equestrian Center, who plays host to events 40 weeks out of the year. The practice has served as the official veterinarians for the National Finals Rodeo since 1985, as well as at major events including the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup and the Las Vegas National Horse Show.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include two large exam/treatment rooms, ICU stalls, a hospitalization barn, and a surgical suite, and is well supported with a full range of diagnostics and imaging equipment. Expansion is on the horizon at Desert Pines, including an additional barn and nuclear scintigraphy facility - join us as we move forward with expansion and come grow with the practice.

Perks of the Job

  • Competitive salary, signing bonus, and relocation assistance
  • 4.5-day work week
  • Mentorship with 80+ years of experience under one roof
  • No state income tax in Nevada
  • Open to discussions on creative scheduling
  • Competitive benefits package including health and ancillary insurance, 401K with 3% match, paid membership and licensing dues, and parental leave. Additionally, you'll have opportunities for continued professional growth through Altano Academy, connecting you with a global network of colleaguesand specialists for collaboration, CE events, and VetPD courses.

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