Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Equine Surgeon
Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Equine Surgeon – Be Part of Expanding Equine Surgery in the Pacific Northwest **
About the Role: Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible equine surgeon to join our collaborative and forward-thinking team. This full-time or part-time position is ideal for a surgeon with strong soft tissue and orthopedic experience, including advanced lameness diagnostics and therapeutics. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing an equine surgical referral program from the ground up—shaping its standards, scope, and success alongside a supportive, skilled team.
Our Practice: We are an equine practice providing comprehensive veterinary care, including:
Advanced lameness and sports medicine
Reproductive services
General and preventative medicine
Internal medicine
Podiatry and dentistry
Diagnostic imaging
24/7 emergency services
While we currently refer cases requiring gas anesthesia, colic surgery, and arthroscopy, we are actively building a dedicated surgical suite to bring these services in-house. This is a unique opportunity for the right board-certified or board-eligible equine surgeon to play a key role in shaping, equipping, and growing our surgical program within our practice and region. Estimated time of completion summer of 2026.
Location: Oakhurst is located in Newberg, Oregon—nestled in the stunning Willamette Valley wine country, just southwest of Portland. Our clinic sits on a 147-acre Thoroughbred farm, only an hour from the Oregon Coast or Mount Hood and just a few hours from the recreation paradise of Central Oregon. The region offers exceptional dining, hiking, skiing, fishing, and more, all at your fingertips.
Why Join Us: Join a growing practice that is thoughtfully expanding its surgical capabilities. We have the space, vision, and commitment to build a state-of-the-art surgical suite, and you’ll be welcomed as a valued voice in that process—not expected to do it alone. This role offers the opportunity to contribute your expertise, collaborate with an experienced team, and help shape the future of equine surgical care at Oakhurst at a pace that supports both excellence and sustainability.. Click here to see an aerial view of our facility.
- Work with a skilled, collaborative, and motivated veterinary team
Be part of a practice that prioritizes work-life balance and professional development
Mentorship opportunities for students and interns, if desired
A client base that values top-tier equine care and relationships
Strong Benefits Package:
Competitive Salary Range: $120,000–$200,000+, depending on experience and expected caseload. We offer a ProSal compensation model with a guaranteed base salary, customized to your qualifications, plus production-based incentives. Interest in lameness cases and podiatry a plus.
Medical allowance and professional insurance
Continuing education allowance and memberships
Disability and retirement program
Who We’re Looking For:
DVM or equivalent from an accredited institution
Oregon licensure (or ability to obtain)
Board-certified or board-eligible in equine surgery
Background in surgical internships or residencies preferred
Advanced diagnostic and imaging skills
Strong communicator with excellent client-service orientation
Team player who thrives in collaborative settings
Willing to participate in emergency on call a plus
Interest in mentoring early-career veterinarians and students a plus
How to Apply
If you’re looking to grow with a progressive, community-focused practice that’s deeply passionate about equine care, we’d love to connect. Join us in shaping the future of equine veterinary medicine at Oakhurst.
To apply, please send your resume highlighting your skills and experience, along with a cover letter sharing your career goals and what excites you about this opportunity, to cookie@oakhurstequine.com.
Have questions? Feel free to call or text Cookie at 971-533-6421 — we look forward to hearing from you!