Board-Certified Equine Surgeon
About:
Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services is a thriving, five-doctor practice seeking a full-time or part-time board-certified or board-eligible surgeon with expertise in both soft tissue and orthopedic diagnostics, as well as surgical and therapeutic options for horses. The ideal candidate will have strong capabilities in lameness evaluation and diagnosis. This role presents an exciting opportunity to collaborate in building a reputable, trusted referral center dedicated to advancing equine care.
What We Offer Our Clients:
We offer a comprehensive range of services, encompassing sports medicine/lameness, reproduction, surgery, podiatry, dentistry, internal and preventative medicine, 24/7 emergency response, and diagnostic imaging.
Where We Are Located:
Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services is located Southwest of Portland, Oregon on a 147-acre Thoroughbred farm in the heart of the beautiful Willamette Valley wine country in Newberg. The clinic is situated within a one-hour drive to the coast or mountains, and only a few hours from the outdoor recreation mecca of central Oregon! You will find great dining, hiking, biking, skiing, watersports, golfing, fishing, and numerous other outdoor adventures readily available to enjoy.
Benefits:
Our highly competitive compensation package includes a medical allowance, professional insurance, continuing education allowance, professional memberships, disability, retirement program and more!
Pay:
The determination of pay is influenced by factors including workload, difficulty, level of responsibility, qualifications, expertise, skills, and abilities. Oakhurst offers a Pro-Salary first-year guaranteed base with production benefit/compensation.
Why You Should Join Us:
Here at Oakhurst we offer and support opportunities for continuing education, after hour togetherness fun, and collaboration. The equine community and the professions within it are our passion. We care about each other, our team and our patients. If you're excited to shape and be a part of the future of a dynamic, dedicated equine practice, we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
- Oregon State license to practice veterinary medicine.
- Board certified or board eligible, with a strong focus in lameness preferred.
- Equine medical knowledge and experience.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ensure timely submisson of invoices and proper documentation for all services provided.
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and their horses.
How to Apply
Interested in applying? Please send a resume and letter about yourself with your career aspirations and goals. Send them to cookie@oakhurstequine.com