Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary SurgeonFull-Time opportunity in Estero, FloridaWhy JoinFlorida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC)At Florida Veterinary Referral Center, you’ll do more than practice. You’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine. FVRC is one of the first specialty referral hospitals in Southwest Florida and has built a strong reputation for excellence in patient care and trusted partnerships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.You’ll join a high caseload surgical service within a state-of-the-art 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital, with seamless support from emergency, critical care, internal medicine, and a dedicated surgical nursing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced surgeon ready for their next career step or a rising surgical talent eager to take on leadership and help shape the growth of the service.As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.To learn more about what matters to us and meet the team,(click here).Location HighlightEstero offers a relaxed Gulf Coast lifestyle with easy access to white sand beaches, outdoor recreation, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Located between Fort Myers and Naples, the area offers year-round sunshine, outdoor adventure, and a welcoming, family friendly community near Florida Gulf Coast University.Perks & BenefitsBenefits 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 and relocation assistance • CE allowance and professional development support • Employee assistance programs • Abundant housing options • Access to top rated school systems • Year-round sunshine and outdoor activities • Leadership and service development opportunities • Teaching and mentorship opportunitiesIn 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 learningWhat 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 welcomedJoin UsAt 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 Lindsey Hays at