Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon

Compensation: Prosal compensation model with base ranging from $200,000 to $250,000. Production set at 25%.

Full-Time opportunity in Richmond, Virginia

Schedule: FT

Schedule: 3-4 days a week

Why Join Virginia Veterinary Centers – Short Pump

Join a well-established Surgery service within a collaborative, multi-specialty and emergency hospital in Richmond, Virginia. At Virginia Veterinary Centers – Short Pump, you’ll work alongside experienced specialists and emergency clinicians in a brand-new, 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility designed to support advanced medicine, collaboration, and growth.

     Our specialty team includes Surgery, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Dentistry, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Critical Care, and Emergency Medicine, providing a highly collaborative environment for managing complex cases. The hospital offers advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including 1.5T MRI, CT, C-arm, CT cone-beam, LINAC, digital radiography, ultrasonography, high-flow oxygen, ventilators, minimally invasive surgical capabilities, and raioactive iodine therapy.

     You’ll join a team that values clear communication, camaraderie, mentorship, and sustainable schedules. With 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care support and a broad range of specialty services under one roof, you’ll have the resources and clinical collaboration needed to provide exceptional surgical care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

     At Virginia Veterinary Centers, you’ll do more than practice. You’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

     You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

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

Location Highlight

Richmond offers an outstanding quality of life with something for everyone—from a vibrant food and arts scene to miles of riverfront trails, outdoor recreation, and historic neighborhoods. With easy access to the mountains, beaches, and Washington, D.C., Richmond is an exciting and welcoming city where it’s easy to build both a rewarding career and a fulfilling life.

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:

· Provide advanced surgical care for a diverse caseload, with opportunities to pursue clinical interests across soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive surgery.

· Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, and other specialty services.

· Utilize advanced diagnostic imaging and surgical technology to support comprehensive patient care.

· Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians through clear communication and continuity of care.

· Mentor and collaborate with surgical technicians, interns, residents, and other members of the clinical 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 or Residency Trained 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 Amanda Schultz at [email protected] for immediate consideration.