Veterinary Surgeon

Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Job Description

🔹 Take Your Surgical Career to the Next Level at Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES)


Are you ready to practice advanced surgery in a collaborative, high-performing specialty environment—while enjoying a lifestyle that’s both affordable and fulfilling? NIVES in Fort Wayne is seeking a motivated, team-oriented Veterinary Surgeon to join our thriving 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty referral hospital.


Whether you're looking to elevate your career, relocate for a better quality of life, or return home to Indiana, this is your opportunity to build something meaningful—in and out of the OR.

Why Surgeons Choose NIVES

🏥 Advanced, High-Volume Surgical Environment

  • Largest AAHA-accredited hospital in Northern Indiana
  • Only Level II Certified Critical Care facility in the state
  • State-of-the-art equipment: CT, digital radiology, echocardiography, ultrasound, endoscopy & laparoscopy
  • Diverse, complex caseload to fully utilize and expand your surgical skillset

? True Specialty Collaboration

Work alongside board-certified specialists in:

  • Surgery
  • Critical Care
  • Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine
  • 13 experienced emergency clinicians

Here, expertise is shared, collaboration is real, and patient outcomes come first.


🛠️ Exceptional Surgical Support

  • Dedicated surgical scrub nurse present for all procedures
  • Highly trained, well-staffed surgery team
  • In-house blood donor program for critical transfusions
  • On-site social worker (4 days/week) supporting team and clients

We’ve built the infrastructure so you can focus on what you do best: delivering surgical excellence.

🎓 Teaching & Mentorship Culture

As a teaching hospital hosting students from around the world, we are committed to mentorship and advancing veterinary medicine. If you love teaching—or want to grow into that role—you’ll thrive here.

💙 A Culture That Values You

We are intentionally building a culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and collaboration. Our employee-led engagement team drives hospital initiatives, celebrations 🎉, and community outreach ?.

At NIVES, your voice matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.

💰 Compensation & Benefits Designed for You

  • Competitive base compensation
  • Sign-on, relocation, and retention bonuses 💵
  • Flexible scheduling for true work-life balance ⚖️
  • Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous CE allowance + extensive journal access 📚
  • Employer-paid licensing & professional dues
  • Scrub allowance
  • Robust wellness & mental health resources ?

Relocating? We’re ready to support a smooth, rewarding transition.

🌆 Why Fort Wayne? A Hidden Gem in the Midwest

Fort Wayne offers:

  • Affordable living & strong housing market 🏠
  • 120+ miles of trails and award-winning parks 🌳
  • A vibrant arts and culture scene 🎭
  • Riverfront kayaking & outdoor adventure 🚣
  • Easy weekend trips to Chicago, Indianapolis & Detroit 🚗


For those who grew up in Indiana and have considered coming home—this is your chance to return to Midwest values while practicing at a progressive, advanced specialty hospital.  Build a career. Buy a home. Enjoy your life. 🌟

🚀 Ready to Explore What’s Possible?

If you’re seeking surgical complexity, collaborative excellence, and a lifestyle that supports your goals, NIVES may be your perfect next step.


📩 Send your CV to:
Lindsey Hays
LHays@ethosvet.com


Let’s start the conversation about your future at NIVES.


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.