Career Center Home Search Jobs Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Search Results Job Details Explore Location Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon Share Print Call Us Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hickory, North Carolina, United States (on-site) APPLY Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon Share Print Call Us Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hickory, North Carolina, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 1 day ago Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon Share Print Call Us Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hickory, North Carolina, United States (on-site) APPLY Job Duration Indefinite Salary $250,000.00

• $325,000.00 Employment sector Clinical Practice Min Experience Any Experience Level Considered Min Education Doctorate/DVM Required Travel None Species Canine +1 Feline Salary
• Type Yearly Salary Type Full-Time Position Veterinarian See more See less AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies.

Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency (CASE) is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained, Board-Eligible Veterinary Surgeon to join our collaborative, multi-specialty team in Hickory, North Carolina. This role is available full-time or part-time and offers the opportunity to practice advanced surgery in a highly equipped, referral-driven hospital with a long-standing reputation for excellence. Why CASE? For more than 30 years, CASE has served as a trusted specialty and emergency referral center for the region. Our hospital is built to support complex cases, collaborative medicine, and sustainable careers—backed by exceptional staffing and resources. Our Core Values Compassionate Care Always Prepared Supportive Excellence Walk Into an Immediate, High-Volume Caseload This is a rare opportunity for a veterinary surgeon to join a hospital with immediate case demand and proven growth potential. Due to the strength of our referral network and current surgeon capacity, we are currently turning away 3-5 surgical cases each day. A second surgeon will have the opportunity to step into an already established, high-volume caseload from day one, with strong support from emergency clinicians, specialty partners, and an experienced technical team. The Medicine You'll Practice You'll step into an exciting and diverse surgical caseload supported by specialists, emergency clinicians, and a deeply skilled support team. Our collaborative environment allows you to focus on medicine while knowing your patients receive exceptional care 24/7.

Surgical & Diagnostic Capabilities Include:

Fully equipped surgical suites with on-site CT Digital radiography, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and minimally invasive surgery GE Logiq ultrasound systems Advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgery support LigaSure, GIA staplers, PoliPhase sealant, and comprehensive surgical instrumentation Canine and feline transfusion capabilities State-of-the-art anesthesia monitoring and pain management Ideal Candidate DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school DACVS or residency-trained and board-eligible in veterinary surgery Passion for advanced, high-quality medicine Strong communicator with a professional, team-oriented approach Interest in mentorship, collaboration, and clinical excellence Leadership-minded candidates encouraged to apply Collaborative, Multi-Specialty Team You'll work alongside a highly engaged team that includes specialists in: Internal Medicine Behavior Rehabilitation Emergency & Critical Care This collaborative approach ensures every patient receives thoughtful, comprehensive care—and every clinician has support. If you are seeking a role where you can practice at a high level, grow quickly, and make an immediate clinical and financial impact, this opportunity is uniquely positioned for success. Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive specialty compensation and benefits package, including: $50,000 sign on bonus + relocation assistance Student loan repayment assistance Competitive salary + 25% prosal model Flexible scheduling options Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match 529 College Savings Plan contributions Paid time off CE allowance and paid CE time Paid parental leave Professional licensure and liability coverage Employee pet care discounts Mentorship, professional development, and leadership training Access to a strong national network of veterinary specialists Life in Hickory, NC Named a "Best Place to Live" by U.S. News & World Report, Hickory offers an excellent quality of life with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community—without the congestion or cost of larger metro areas. It's an ideal place to build a long-term specialty career while maintaining balance outside the hospital. Requirements DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program) Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

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• $1,755 $1,502 Safety Index 52 /100 52 Utilities Basic (Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment) $213
• $350 $237 High-Speed Internet $50
• $80 $64 Transportation Gasoline (1 gallon) $2.

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