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Veterinary Surgeon

First Coast Veterinary Specialists and Emergency

Job Description

Join Our Coastal Surgical Team – No On-Call | Beachside Living in Florida

Practice Exceptional Surgery — Then Walk on the Beach

Imagine finishing a rewarding day in the OR and being minutes from the ocean. At First Coast Veterinary Specialists & Emergency, you’ll find the rare combination of advanced surgical medicine, an outstanding team, and a true coastal lifestyle.

We’re seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Surgeon to join our thriving specialty and emergency hospital near the Atlantic shoreline. This is a full-time role with flexibility and no on-call responsibilities for after-hours emergency surgeries, allowing you to focus on what you love—delivering outstanding surgical care while maintaining a balanced life outside the hospital.

Why Surgeons Love Working Here

🌴 True Work–Life Balance
Enjoy your career and your life. With no on-call, you can spend evenings surfing, dining by the water, or simply unwinding after a fulfilling day.

🔬 Advanced Surgical Technology
Work with cutting-edge tools that support exceptional outcomes, including:

  • CT imaging

  • Digital radiography

  • Arthroscopy

  • Laparoscopy

  • Nanoscope

  • Ligasure

? A Collaborative, High-Level Team
Join a respected group of surgeons, emergency clinicians, and experienced technicians who genuinely enjoy working together and supporting one another.

? Diverse & Engaging Caseload
Our surgical caseload offers variety and challenge:

  • ~50% Orthopedics

  • ~45% Soft Tissue

  • ~5% Neurologic

📚 Growth & Mentorship Culture
If you’re passionate about learning, teaching, and collaborating, you’ll thrive in our supportive environment.

What We Offer

💰 Exceptional Compensation Package
Competitive salary designed to reward your expertise.

🏥 Comprehensive Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with employer support

  • Generous paid vacation and CE opportunities

🚚 Relocation & Signing Bonus
Relocation assistance and a signing bonus are available for the right candidate.

📈 Supportive Leadership
A culture built on collaboration, trust, and long-term career development.

Life in Jacksonville Beach

Located along Florida’s scenic Atlantic coast, Jacksonville Beach offers year-round sunshine, ocean views, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Enjoy morning beach walks, paddleboarding after work, incredible seafood, and a vibrant local community—all while building a rewarding surgical career.

Ready to Explore the Opportunity?

We’d love to connect and tell you more.

📩 Contact Lindsey Hays at LHays@ethosvet.com to start the conversation.

Come see why surgeons are choosing First Coast Veterinary Specialists & Emergency—where advanced medicine meets an exceptional coastal lifestyle. 🌊🐾

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

At Ethos Veterinary Health, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
 
• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @ethosvet.com or @nva.com
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.ethosvet.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
 
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at careers@ethosvet.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Ethos Veterinary Health!

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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Location:

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

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