Animal Surgeon Jobs
Animal Surgeon jobs are open across veterinary hospitals, specialty clinics, academic medical centers, and emergency animal care facilities, from new-grad associate to senior specialist and department chief, with specializations in orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, and oncological surgery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island is a privately owned specialty referral and 24-hour emergency care hospital located in beautiful Huntington, New York. Founded in 2024 with a vision of creating one of the premier veterinary specialty hospitals on the East Coast, our 15,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility was built from the ground up with one goal in mind: providing exceptional patient care while creating an outstanding workplace for our team. As our rapidly growing referral network continues to expand, we are excited to welcome another Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon who will play an important role in shaping the future of our hospital alongside a talented team of specialists and support staff.
Highlights:
- $250,000 - $300,000 Base Salary + 25% Production, DOE
- No Negative Accrual
- Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- 4- or 5-Day Workweek
- 3 Weeks Paid Time Off + 40 Hours Sick Time
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Generous Annual CE Allowance + Days Off to Attend
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Pet Discount
- Referral Bonus Program
- Working Toward AAHA Accreditation
- 4.9-Star Google Rating
- Uniform Allowance
- PLIT, DEA, License, and Professional Dues Paid
- And More!
Who We Are:
At VSCLI, you'll become part of a practice that was intentionally built around collaboration, advanced medicine, and outstanding client service. As one of the few privately owned specialty hospitals in the region, we have the flexibility to make decisions based on what's best for our patients, clients, and team rather than corporate directives. Our leadership team is deeply invested in creating a supportive culture where every team member is respected, encouraged to contribute ideas, and empowered to practice at the highest level.
Our beautiful, newly constructed specialty hospital was designed specifically for modern specialty and emergency medicine. You'll have access to cutting-edge technology, including a 128-slice CT scanner, MRI, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, cold laser therapy, a complete in-house laboratory, advanced anesthesia monitoring, intensive care capabilities, and dedicated orthopedic and soft tissue surgical suites. Every detail of the hospital was thoughtfully designed to support outstanding patient care while allowing our specialists to work efficiently and confidently. Take a look inside our hospital !
Just as important as our facility is the culture we've created. We believe exceptional medicine happens when talented professionals work together with trust, open communication, and mutual respect. Our experienced support staff is committed to helping our surgeons succeed, allowing you to focus on providing high-quality surgical care while building strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients. We value teamwork, integrity, accountability, and compassion in everything we do.
As our referral service continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of our surgical department and helping define its continued growth. Whether your passion is orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, or minimally invasive procedures, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your clinic interests and grow the services you’re most passionate about within a collaborative environment that supports continued professional growth. Check out our to learn more about this unique opportunity to join our growing specialty team!
Pay: Up to $700,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in animal surgeon jobs.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
- ACVS board certification or current residency-trained diplomate eligibility
- Proficiency in soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures across small animals
- Experience with advanced imaging interpretation including CT and MRI
- State veterinary license in good standing for the location of practice
- Strong client communication skills for pre- and post-operative consultations
Tips for Your Animal Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your resume to surgical caseload
Hiring committees want to see the volume and variety of procedures you've performed. Break out your surgical caseload by type, such as orthopedic, soft tissue, or neurological, so reviewers can quickly assess whether your experience matches their case mix.
Highlight board certification status clearly
ACVS diplomate status or eligibility changes which roles you can apply to and what compensation tier you land in. Put your certification status and the year earned in your header, not buried in a credentials section most readers skip.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists animal surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target hospitals by equipment and case complexity
A referral-only specialty hospital offers a very different caseload than a high-volume emergency practice. Filter your search by facility type so you're applying to environments where your surgical skill set gets used at the level you want.
Prepare case presentations for technical interviews
Many surgical interviews include a case review or grand rounds format where you walk through a challenging procedure. Prepare two or three cases that show your diagnostic reasoning, intraoperative decision-making, and how you managed complications.
Negotiate protected surgical time in your offer
Before signing, confirm how surgical cases are scheduled and whether you'll have dedicated OR blocks. Some multi-specialty practices assign surgeons to general practice coverage that erodes surgical volume, so get the allocation in writing.
Animal Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most animal surgeons?
The companies hiring the most animal surgeons right now include PetVet Care Centers, DVM Focus, and BluePearl Pet Hospital, with the largest share of openings in New York, New Jersey, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Specialty referral hospitals and emergency veterinary groups tend to post the highest volume of surgical openings overall.
How many animal surgeon jobs are remote?
About 0% of animal surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of surgical practice. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are surgical consulting, telemedicine case triage, and continuing education instruction for veterinary staff.
How do you become an animal surgeon?
You earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited veterinary college, complete a one-year rotating internship, then match into a three-year surgical residency at an ACVS-approved training program. After residency you sit for the ACVS board examination. Passing makes you a diplomate and qualifies you for specialist positions at referral hospitals and academic medical centers.
How do you get hired as an animal surgeon with little experience?
Focus on roles that specify residency-trained or new diplomate welcome, which signals the practice is prepared to invest in someone building their surgical caseload. Shadow a senior surgeon during interviews to understand mentorship structure, and emphasize procedure breadth from your residency rather than case volume. Associate surgeon positions at multi-specialty hospitals are the most accessible entry point.
What does the animal surgeon interview process look like?
Most practices run a two-stage process: an initial phone or video screening with the medical director, followed by an on-site visit that includes a hospital tour, a case presentation or grand rounds session, and meetings with referring vets and support staff. Some programs ask you to observe or assist in a procedure. Final offers typically come within a few weeks of the site visit.
Where can I find and apply to animal surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to animal surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from veterinary hospitals, specialty clinics, and emergency practices across the United States. Find roles that match your surgical focus and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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