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Veterinary Surgeon (Board Certified)
Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center
$280,000 - $300,000 / year
Westford, MAPart-timeOn-site
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Description
Veterinary Surgeon (Board Certified)
Westford, MA
Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center is seeking a board-certified Veterinary 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: $280,000-$300,000 (based on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Continuing education allowance
- License fee reimbursement
- Health and dental insurance with excellent employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- 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
- Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
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.
FOR MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS: IT IS UNLAWFUL IN MASSACHUSETTS TO REQUIRE OR ADMINISTER A LIE DETECTOR TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW SHALL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL LIABILITY. RAREBREED VETERINARY PARTNERS AND ANY OF ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES DOES NOT USE LIE DETECTOR TESTS AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS.
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/
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