Veterinarian
About The Position
B.W. Furlong & Associates is seeking an experienced equine veterinarian for a full-time, emergency-focused ambulatory role serving Hunterdon County, New Jersey, and surrounding areas. The position is based at the practice’s hospital in Oldwick and provides rapid-response emergency and critical care to horses. Emergency coverage is shared with ambulatory associates. The schedule includes two extended shifts per week, from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m., and one to two weekends per month. The practice serves a primarily sport-horse population and is known for sports medicine, lameness, and rehabilitation. The veterinarian will conduct examinations, diagnostics, and treatments in the field for emergencies including colic, lameness, lacerations, and dystocia. The role also involves building relationships with equine owners and referring veterinarians, maintaining medical records and client communications, managing the assigned vehicle, and promoting emergency services in the community and among referring practices. B.W. Furlong & Associates is an equine veterinary practice founded in 1982. It has 22 veterinarians and more than 60 support staff and technicians, with facilities and ambulatory services in New Jersey and Florida. The practice is planning to move its New Jersey operations to a new facility, tentatively opening in January 2027. The facility is planned to include more than 30 stalls, two surgery suites, imaging equipment, a reproduction lab, isolation facilities, a covered lameness-evaluation arena, and a rehabilitation facility. The practice describes its approach as collaborative and committed to world-class care, supporting colleagues, and doing what is right.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree.
- At least two years of experience as an equine veterinarian, including significant emergency experience.
- Valid veterinary licenses to practice in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York.
- Proficiency in field diagnostics, such as portable ultrasound and radiology.
- Proficiency in basic emergency surgical procedures.
- Exceptional horsemanship and animal-handling skills.
- Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and make critical decisions under pressure.
- Valid U.S. state driver's license and clean driving record, either at application or obtained before hiring.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical interests aligned with sports medicine, lameness, or rehabilitation.
Responsibilities
- Provide ambulatory emergency and critical care to horses in Hunterdon County and surrounding areas.
- Conduct physical examinations, diagnostics, and treatments for emergency conditions including colic, lameness, lacerations, and dystocia.
- Serve as a primary contact for equine owners and referring veterinarians and foster those relationships.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records and client communications.
- Manage and maintain the work vehicle.
- Promote emergency services within the local community and with referring veterinary practices.
- Share emergency coverage with the pool of ambulatory associates.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Student loan repayment program.
- 401(k) with a 3% employer contribution.
- Profit sharing.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance program.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Payment of license and association membership fees.
- AAA membership.
- Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle.
- Logo wear.
- Discounted veterinary products and services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
