Veterinarian - Surgeon (Sign-on Bonus!)
About The Position
Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Surgeon to lead surgical care at its Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania hospital. The surgeon will be the sole dedicated surgeon on-site, supported by a regional specialist network and an integrated, multispecialty hospital environment. Hickory is a 24/7, AAHA-accredited hospital with more than 60 years of service to the Greater Philadelphia veterinary community and is part of the independent, veterinarian-led COVE Animal Health network. The role involves taking ownership of surgical cases ranging from routine to complex. The surgeon will have access to colleagues in internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, oncology, radiology, emergency and critical care, and primary care integration. The hospital describes a steady referral stream and a diverse surgical caseload, supported by specialty staff and collaborative case planning. The facility includes a state-of-the-art surgery suite with advanced monitoring and anesthesia, digital radiography, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, dedicated ICU and isolation suites for postoperative care, and an integrated EMR. Hickory offers a supportive, intellectually engaged culture that values surgical leadership, mentorship, peer collaboration, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Surgeon.
Responsibilities
- Lead surgical care as the hospital’s sole dedicated on-site surgeon.
- Take ownership of surgical cases ranging from routine to complex.
- Collaborate with specialists and support staff across disciplines to manage cases and support patient outcomes.
- Participate in collaborative planning and discussion of surgical cases.
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation plus production incentives.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Relocation bonus.
- Equity options.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.
- Paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Liability insurance.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Paid time off.
- Covered licensing, dues, and board certification costs.
- Mentorship, peer collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
