Veterinary Surgeon

About the role

Join one of New Jersey's leading specialty and emergency hospitals as a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon. At Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA), you'll practice high-level specialty medicine in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to advanced technology, including on-site MRI, CT, Varian Halcyon linear accelerator, C-Arm imaging, and other cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment tools. AERA is a premier referral center with a state-of-the-art 45,000-square-foot facility designed to foster collaboration, efficiency, and innovation in veterinary care.

Location

West Caldwell, New Jersey, offers suburban comfort with easy access to major metropolitan amenities. Located just 25 miles from New York City, the area provides convenient commuting options, proximity to outdoor recreation, excellent schools, diverse dining, and vibrant communities. Newark International Airport is less than 30 minutes away.

Responsibilities

• Balance time between consultations, advanced diagnostic workups, surgical procedures, and post-operative case management to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Perform a broad range of orthopedic and soft tissue surgical procedures utilizing advanced imaging, surgical equipment, and specialty hospital resources.
• Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Emergency & Critical Care, Anesthesia, and other specialty services to provide integrated treatment plans for complex patients.
• Utilize advanced hospital technology including MRI, CT, C-Arm imaging, and other diagnostic capabilities to support surgical planning and optimize patient outcomes.
• Help shape and grow the surgical service by contributing to hospital initiatives, process improvements, mentoring opportunities, and long-term strategic priorities.
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team committed to clinical excellence, efficiency, and outstanding patient care.
• Build trusted relationships with referring veterinarians through timely communication, collaborative case management, and expert surgical consultation.
• Guide pet owners through surgical recommendations, treatment plans, and recovery expectations with empathy, transparency, and confidence.
• Mentor technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff while fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture focused on innovation, professional growth, exceptional patient care, and advancing specialty medicine.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS-SA) or Residency Trained in Small Animal 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with an anticipated starting base salary range of $240,000 to $300,000 per year.
• Sign-on or relocation assistance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Continuing education (CE) allowance and professional development support.
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation.
• Retirement savings options.
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Exceptional earning potential and leadership/career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health.