Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon (DACVS or Board-Eligible)

Surgery opportunity in Wichita, Kansas
Schedule: Full-Time

Why Join Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Wichita

At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH), you'll do more than perform advanced surgical procedures, you'll become a key contributor to a growing specialty hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

We're seeking a board-certified surgeon or residency-trained veterinarian pursuing board certification to join our team in Wichita, Kansas. Following the opening of our new 15,000-square-foot specialty hospital, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape and expand our surgical service while practicing alongside dedicated emergency and specialty professionals.

Our state-of-the-art facility was designed to support advanced surgical and specialty care, featuring three fully equipped operating rooms, on-site CT, endoscopy, a laparoscopy tower, and diagnostic-quality ultrasound capabilities. You'll be supported by a highly skilled team of technicians, all Recover CPR certified in both Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), allowing you to focus on delivering the highest level of surgical care.

At VESH, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture where specialists, emergency doctors, technicians, and support staff work together to create the best possible outcomes for patients and clients. As part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll also have access to a nationwide network of specialists and resources dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine.

Location Highlight

Wichita offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation, professional sports, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. Residents enjoy award-winning museums, galleries, year-round concerts, diverse shopping districts, and more than 1,000 restaurants representing cuisines from around the world, making Wichita an ideal place to build both a rewarding career and an enjoyable lifestyle.

Learn more about the area through the Visit Wichita Guide.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures.
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries utilizing advanced imaging and surgical equipment.
• Collaborate with emergency and specialty teams to support integrated case management.
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in alignment with hospital goals and community needs.
• Work alongside a dedicated and highly trained nursing and support team.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Kansas veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or residency-trained and board-eligible in 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.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to:

Jackie Ross
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Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.