Small Animal Surgeon – Raritan, New Jersey
Location: Raritan, New Jersey
Schedule: Full-time | No on-call responsibilities
Compensation: $200,000–$330,000 + signing, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000
Board-Certified or Residency-Trained | No On-Call | AAHA-Accredited | Specialty & ER Hospital
About the Role
An established specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Raritan, New Jersey is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join its multidisciplinary team.
Offering a $200,000–$330,000 salary range alongside signing, retention and relocation packages of up to $100,000, this position provides an excellent opportunity for a veterinary surgeon looking to advance their specialty career within a well-equipped referral environment.
A major advantage of this opportunity is no on-call responsibility, supporting greater schedule predictability and work-life balance while allowing the successful surgeon to focus on delivering advanced surgical care.
The surgeon will work alongside experienced emergency veterinarians, specialists, certified veterinary technicians and support professionals while maintaining a high degree of clinical autonomy.
About the Practice
This established AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency referral hospital provides advanced veterinary care to patients throughout Raritan and the surrounding Central New Jersey region.
The hospital offers a collaborative multidisciplinary environment with experienced emergency clinicians, specialty veterinarians and highly skilled technical professionals.
Veterinarians have access to advanced equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, canine and feline endoscopy, multiple oxygen cages and comprehensive in-house laboratory capabilities.
The facility also includes a dedicated emergency surgical suite, providing the infrastructure required to manage advanced and complex surgical cases.
Certified veterinary technicians are experienced in advanced patient care and Fear Free handling techniques, helping support efficient workflows and positive patient experiences.
Long-term staff retention contributes to an experienced and established clinical environment, with some team members having worked within the hospital for more than 20 years.
Responsibilities
Provide advanced surgical consultations and patient evaluations
Perform comprehensive physical examinations and medical work-ups
Develop individualized diagnostic and surgical treatment plans
Perform advanced small animal surgical procedures
Manage patients throughout the preoperative, operative and postoperative process
Evaluate surgical candidates and communicate expected outcomes with clients
Utilize advanced diagnostic imaging and laboratory capabilities when appropriate
Manage surgical complications and complex clinical cases
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
Communicate surgical recommendations, risks, treatment options and prognoses clearly with clients
Collaborate with emergency veterinarians, specialists and referring veterinarians
Work closely with certified veterinary technicians and experienced support professionals
Participate in clinical rounds and multidisciplinary case discussions
Promote high standards of patient care and hospital efficiency
Participate in continuing education and professional development
Candidate Profile
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
Completion of a 1-year rotating internship in small animal medicine, surgery and emergency care through a university or large referral practice
Completion of a 3-year AVMA-approved surgical residency
Board certification or residency-trained status in veterinary surgery
Active New Jersey veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one
DEA registration, or ability to obtain and maintain registration
Strong surgical, diagnostic and clinical capabilities
Excellent clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary specialty and emergency environment
Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills
Professional and collaborative approach to veterinary medicine
Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care
Commitment to continuing education and ongoing clinical development
Ability to meet the physical requirements associated with clinical veterinary practice
Board certification is preferred, alongside approximately 2–5 years of post-residency experience, although appropriately qualified residency-trained surgeons are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
The successful Small Animal Surgeon will receive a highly competitive compensation package designed to support professional development, financial wellbeing and long-term career progression.
$200,000–$330,000 salary range
Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000
Full-time position
No on-call responsibilities
Medical insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Paid parental leave, including birth, adoption and foster leave
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Continuing education stipend
Career development resources
Employee pet-care discounts
Emotional wellbeing support
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Access to wellbeing resources
Financial hardship assistance program
Clinical autonomy
Experienced certified veterinary technician support
Access to advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment
Multidisciplinary emergency and specialty collaboration
Long-term professional development opportunities
Apply Today
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in Raritan, New Jersey seeking advanced clinical resources, multidisciplinary collaboration and an excellent compensation package without the burden of on-call responsibilities.
With a $200,000–$330,000 salary range, signing, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000, no on-call responsibilities and access to an advanced specialty and emergency facility, this role offers an attractive combination of clinical opportunity and work-life balance.
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:
Harvey McKinley - Managing Talent Partner
T: (432) 201-9105
E: harvey@supreme-ss.com