Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon

Full-Time opportunity in Asheville, NC

Why Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

Are you looking to plant roots in the stunning mountains of Western NC? South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)—formerly known as Upstate Veterinary Specialty Pet Hospital - Asheville—is on an exciting growth journey, and we're looking for a passionate clinician to join our exceptional team!

We're under new management, prioritizing innovation, collaboration, and top-tier patient care. Our human trained sonographer is on board to enhance diagnostic capabilities, giving you the support you need to excel in your specialty. Our brand-new, 34,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide the best care possible.

With cutting-edge tools, you'll have everything you need to practice at the highest level, including:

• 1.5 T GE MRI & 64 slice GE CT scanner
• Interventional radiology suite with fluoroscopy
• Designated neurosurgery suite
• Onsite blood bank
• Dedicated neurology coordinator

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

When you're not making a difference in pets' lives, you'll be living in one of the most desirable cities in the country. Asheville offers easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, breathtaking hiking trails, a thriving culinary scene, featuring 12 James Beard-nominated restaurants and a vibrant, dog-friendly brewery and bar culture—perfect for unwinding after work.

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 using available imaging and surgical equipment

• Collaborate with other specialties to support integrated case management

• Help shape and grow the surgical service in line with hospital priorities

• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team

• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners throughout the surgical process

• 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 state veterinary licensure

• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or completion of a surgical residency

• Strong surgical skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care

• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach

• A collaborative mindset and interest in working closely with emergency, critical care, and other specialty services

• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, teaching, and advancing specialty medicine

• Interest in leadership and helping develop and grow a surgical service is welcomed

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 Mark Hyde at View email address on click.appcast.io