Veterinary Surgeon

Full-Time opportunity in Jacksonville Beach, FL

No on call responsibilities

Why Join First Coast Veterinary Specialists & Emergency

At First Coast Veterinary Specialists & Emergency, you can practice exceptional surgery and still have time to enjoy everything coastal Florida has to offer.

We’re looking for a Board Certified or Residency Trained Veterinary Surgeon to join our thriving specialty and emergency hospital. You’ll be part of a respected team of surgeons, emergency clinicians, and experienced technicians who value collaboration, mentorship, and supporting one another.

Our surgical caseload provides variety and challenge, with approximately 50% orthopedic, 45% soft tissue, and 5% neurologic cases. The hospital is equipped with advanced technology including CT imaging, digital radiography, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, Nanoscope, and Ligasure to support high-quality surgical care.

Most importantly, this role offers genuine work life balance. With no on call responsibilities for after‑hours emergency surgeries, you can finish your day in the OR and head to the beach, spend time with family and friends, or simply enjoy your evening.

As part of Ethos Veterinary Health, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

Jacksonville Beach combines a relaxed coastal lifestyle with the amenities of the greater Jacksonville area. Enjoy year‑round sunshine, ocean views, outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and easy access to the beach just minutes from your workplace.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance including medical, dental, and vision, retirement benefits, paid time off including vacation, short term and long term disability, life insurance, and professional development support.

• Competitive compensation
• Sign on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Generous paid vacation
• CE opportunities
• No on call responsibilities for after‑hours emergency surgeries
• Supportive leadership and long‑term career development

In Your Day to Day, You Will

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures
• Perform orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries using advanced imaging and surgical equipment
• Collaborate with other specialties to support integrated case management
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in line with hospital priorities
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations
• Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure
• Board Certification in Surgery or residency training in Surgery
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine
• A desire to contribute to mentorship, collaboration, and the continued growth of the surgical service

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job. It’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level while maintaining the work life balance and coastal lifestyle you’ve been looking for.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.