Small Animal Surgeon — Inland Valley Veterinary Specialists

Job overview

The Small Animal Surgeon role is onsite in Upland, CA. Compensation is listed as $200,000–$275,000 USD, and the posting also mentions a high minimum base salary, production plan, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance. The role supports Inland Valley Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center, a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital, within PetVet Care Centers’ mission to improve the lives of animals and people. The surgeon provides specialty veterinary care through patient examinations and work-ups, client education, prescribing and pharmacy duties, and collaboration with hospital staff. The role also contributes to hospital protocols, case monitoring, daily rounds, and team efficiency while maintaining high standards of compassionate care.

What you'll do

• Conduct patient examinations and medical work-ups
• communicate with and educate clients
• maintain medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate weekly priorities with the Hospital Manager
• evaluate hospital protocols from intake through discharge
• monitor cases and attend daily rounds when possible
• and participate in practice-management updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

small animal surgeon

veterinary surgery

specialty referral hospital

emergency veterinary care

upland ca

petvet care centers

dvm

vmd

avma-approved residency

state veterinary license

dea registration

$200,000–$275,000 usd

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support and 24/7 EAP
• continuing education stipends
• career development resources
• and a team-member relief fund.

Why this role

Requires a DVM or VMD, a one-year rotational internship, a completed three-year AVMA-approved residency, a current state veterinary license, and DEA registration. Board certification or residency training is sought; board certification is listed as preferred.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.