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Equine Surgeon - Sports Medicine Focus | Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics

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Altano North America

Salinas, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/24/2026

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Job Description

Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics (SPEC) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible equine surgeon with a strong interest in sports medicine and lameness to join our progressive, equine-exclusive practice on California's Central Coast. This position offers a rare combination of advanced surgical capability, high-level imaging, a strong referral base, and an exceptional quality of life in one of the most desirable equestrian regions in the country. Our world-class team consists of 22 doctors including multiple board-certified surgeons and internal medicine specialists, more than 30 skilled support staff, and consulting specialists in sports medicine, cardiology, oncology and opthamology. SPEC is proud to be part of the Altano International network of equine practices , providing access to a global community of specialists, collaborative case support, and robust continuing education opportunities while maintaining the autonomy and culture of a locally-led hospital. Hospital & Diagnostic Capabilities Our practice features: Modern surgical suite with dedicated anesthesia support Standing MRI CT Nuclear scintigraphy (bone scan) Digital radiography & ultrasound Comprehensive lameness evaluation capabilities We also operate a busy satellite clinic in Menlo Park serving the San Francisco Bay Area sport horse community. Caseload & Opportunity Diverse surgical caseload including elective and emergency procedures Strong sports medicine and performance horse population Established referral relationships throughout Northern California Opportunity to further develop surgical and sports medicine services Supportive team of experienced clinicians and staff Active collaboration with referring veterinarians and farriers. Ideal Candidate We are seeking a surgeon who: Is board-certified or board-eligible (ACVS or equivalent) with a strong interest in sports medicine and lameness Enjoys collaboration in a multi-doctor environment and values mentorship and teaching of interns, students, and colleagues Communicates effectively with clients and referring veterinarians Is willing to participate in an equitable surgical on-call rotation What We Offer Competitive compensation package including production-based incentives, generous CE allowance and professional development support, and a comprehensive benefits package Collaboration within the Altano international network Excellent technical and administrative support staff Positive, team-oriented culture Salinas and Menlo Park offer exceptional quality of life: Mild, temperate weather year-round Close to Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, and Big Sur Easy access to San Francisco and Silicon Valley Outstanding equestrian community World-class outdoor recreation, dining, and cultural opportunities Explore More Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics See Monterey
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Altano Group:
With over 2,000 employees at more than 80 locations in 12 countries, Altano is the world's leading group of equine clinics. Our veterinarians and medical specialists use their knowledge and experience to provide the highest standard of medical care for the animals entrusted to us. Altano employees are passionate about giving their best for the welfare of animals and benefit from a corporate culture based on appreciation as well as a fair and respectful working environment. In order to continuously improve as a team and shape the future of veterinary medicine, we focus on promoting the ongoing development of our employees, collective life-long learning, and the transfer of knowledge within our group.