Small Animal Surgeon

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is expanding our Surgery Team!We are looking for Small Animal Surgeons with primary interests in orthopedic and minimally invasive surgery to join our well-established surgery team. We are seeking to increase our ability to offer appointment-based orthopedic and minimally invasive surgeries to meet the needs of our community.As one of our next board-certified Small Animal Surgeons you will have the opportunity to help drive the direction and growth of the department, as well as influence our equipment investments to outfit the 3 new surgical suites in our brand-new, state-of-the-art specialty building opening Fall 2024!About DoveLewisDoveLewis has a 50+ year reputation for providing top level medicine to our community. We are an AAHA-accredited, VECCS Level 1 emergency and specialty hospitals, as well as one of only a handful private practice non-profit veterinary hospitals in the country! You will enjoy top-of-the-line equipment, access to all 6 of our surgical suites, support from an amazingly skilled staff including multiple Veterinary Technician Specialists, all with no private equity or corporate investors.As a non-profit, we have built a collaborative community that is dedicated to serving every animal and every person who cares for them - including our staff!What to Expect at DoveLewisDoveLewis Specialists are respected in the community and enjoy a collegial relationship with referring veterinarians and clients.As a Small Animal Surgeon joining the team at DoveLewis you will work alongside our seasoned surgery team to expand our appointment-based orthopedic and minimally invasive offerings for the community. You will be consult with other specialists, see appointments, and collaborate with our busy ER and ICU.Whether you are a seasoned surgeon looking to advance yourself somewhere new, or just finishing residency, we can set you up for success at DoveLewis! We offer an established team, existing caseload, and support from our dedicated Outreach Coordinators who will help you build relationships with the referring veterinary community. You and your patients will also have access to our incredible ER and ICU including 7 day/week Criticalist coverage and 5 Veterinary Technician Specialists.Being part of DoveLewis means getting to practice top quality medicine in a state-of-the-art facility while still serving a community driven, nonprofit mission.Schedule and Compensation:No weekend or on-call requirements for appointment-based surgeonsRelocation assistanceGenerous signing bonusCompetitive pay and benefits (benefits details below)We have what you need to practice top quality medicine!6 AAHA-accredited services and expanding quickly.14+ board-certified veterinary specialists in Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, and Radiology.24/7 on-call surgery availability7-day Criticalist coverageMultiple certified specialized services:Urgent CarePain ManagementHospice CareExoticsSupport from 200+ teammates50+ Technicians and Experienced Veterinary Assistants (70% licensed technicians) and many more support staff of various levels5+ Veterinary Technician SpecialistsDedicated Client Experience Team and Financial CoordinatorsInternal Blood Bank (with 7+ type B cat donors!)Our well-equipped hospital includes:Digital RadiographyUltrasound/echocardiography and separate cage-side point-of-care unitTelemetryEndoscopy (flexible and rigid) and ArthroscopyTracheal StentingLaparoscopyVentilator supportC-ArmHigh Flow Nasal O23 surgical suites per building with a dedicated ortho suite (second building is opening October 2024)Fully equipped canine and feline ICU with Critical Care Specialists 7 days a weekOnsite pharmacyWell-equipped in-house labRobust hospital operating system and paperless documentationAnd funds set aside for the future needs of appointment-based surgeryWe Take Care of Our TeamOur mission is to take care of every animal and every person who cares for them, always - including you! We have a cutting-edge Veterinary Well-being Program run by our in-house Licensed Clinical Social Worker and designed specifically to take care of you. Here are just some of the other ways we take care of our team:Student Loan Repayment Program (let us help you pay your loans starting after just one month!)Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer403(b) Retirement Plan with equitable employer contributions for all staffFinancial Wellness Workshops and Coaching available for all staffPaid Professional Dues and MembershipsExtensive Resources for Continuing Education including:Funding to attend lectures and conferencesOn-the-floor training at a teaching hospitalFree in-house CE including Wet LabsAccess to atDove (one of vet med's most popular online learning platforms)Perks and Benefits for your Furry Family Members:Generous Veterinary DiscountStaff Vaccine ClinicsDiscounts on pet supplies including foodOn-site Employee Pet WardEquitable Health Benefits including:MedicalDentalVision$0 Mental Health Co-pays (in network)Preventative CareLGBTQIA-friendly providersOptions for FamiliesFlexible Spending Account (health and dependent care)Bereavement leave, including time off for the passing of an animal family member.Paid Parental LeavePaid vacation in addition to sick timeThe PNW Advantage:With the ocean an hour away to the west and mountains an hour away to the east, Portland is an epicenter for outdoor enthusiasts and animal lovers like you. We offer:A charming blend of historical small city vibes, modern big city amenities, and breathtaking natural splendor in every directionEasy access to the Columbia River Gorge for beautiful waterfalls, hiking, and sightseeingA thriving food scene with everything from fun food cart pods to world class restaurantsEfficient public transit and miles of bike lanes for leisure and commutingThe nation's largest forested park within city limitsOne of the highest rates of dog parks per capita in the USYear-round farmers market, micro-brew pubs, indie coffee shops, and wine country abound!What Are We Looking For?Whether you're early on in your career or you're a seasoned Surgeon looking to advance yourself somewhere new, we want to connect! You will need:A Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary medicine or certification through ECFVGThe ability to be licensed in the state of OregonTo be currently DACVS (small animal) board-certified or surgery residency trainedAn understanding of and passion for a client centered practiceAn eagerness to cultivate, expand, educate and support an rDVM network to grow your practiceA desire to focus on appointment-based orthopedic and minimally invasive procedures.Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered as substitution for the above.If you are ready for the next chapter of your career to be exciting, collaborative, and serve the animal-loving community without any corporate strings attached, then DoveLewis is the right place for you! Learn more at dovelewis.org/careers (or fill out the online application to get a conversation started.DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Created: 2025-01-03