City: Cave Creek
State: Arizona
Hospital Name: Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center
Job Type: Veterinarian - Equine
Employment Type: Permanent
Description & Requirements
Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center is seeking a full-time equine ambulatory veterinarian to join our established, collaborative team in the greater Phoenix/Scottsdale area. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, team-oriented veterinarian who enjoys a diverse ambulatory caseload with the support of a premier referral hospital.
The Role
- Four weekday schedule with a rotating on-call schedule (approximately 1/4–1/3 of nights and weekends; shared holidays)
- Ambulatory practice within a ~30-minute call radius
- Case mix includes performance horses across disciplines, pleasure horses, and backyard horses
- Fully equipped ambulatory vehicle provided, including:
- Portable ultrasound
- Digital radiography
- ESWT
- Video endoscopy
- And more
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with commission-based bonus structure
- CE allowance and professional association dues
- Uniform allowance
- Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance options
- IRA with 3% employer match
- Company-provided cell phone
- Discounted veterinary services
About Chaparral
Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center is the largest 24-hour equine referral hospital serving the greater Phoenix and Scottsdale region. We provide routine and emergency specialty care in equine surgery and internal medicine, and collaborate with visiting specialists in cardiology, ophthalmology, and dermatology.
Our state-of-the-art facility includes:
- Cooled 12-stall ICU and nursing barn
- Isolation building
- Standing MRI and nuclear scintigraphy
- Full-service radiology suite, ultrasound, and endoscopy
- On-site laboratory
- Two surgical suites with padded induction and recovery rooms
Our veterinary team consists of three board-certified equine surgeons, one board-certified internal medicine specialist, four ambulatory equine veterinarians, and two small animal veterinarians, supported by a skilled team of more than 25 staff members.
Life in Cave Creek & the Greater Phoenix Area
Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center is located in Cave Creek, offering a unique blend of desert beauty, Western charm, and easy access to the amenities of Phoenix and Scottsdale. Enjoy year-round sunshine, scenic mountain views, and abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, riding, and golf.
The area supports a vibrant equestrian community, with close proximity to show venues, training facilities, and a wide range of disciplines. Whether you’re looking for a quiet, horse-friendly lifestyle or the dining, arts, and entertainment options of a major metropolitan area, this region offers an exceptional quality of life with no shortage of professional and personal opportunities.
Qualifications
- DVM/VMD from an AVMA-accredited institution
- Eligible for Arizona veterinary licensure
Apply Today
Please click to apply or submit a resume or CV, letter of intent, and three references to:
📧 mcclure.jackson-cathcart@nva.com