An exciting opportunity is available for a board-certified Veterinary Surgeon or a residency-trained clinician nearing completion of their programme who is looking to join a busy and collaborative emergency and specialty environment.
Based in Mandeville, Louisiana, this role offers the chance to work alongside an experienced team managing a diverse and challenging surgical caseload.
Practice / Hospital / Referral Centre Information
This specialist referral hospital is part of a well-established veterinary network providing advanced emergency and specialty care. The facility is equipped to manage complex medical and surgical cases and is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Departments
The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including Surgery, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Cardiology, Dermatology, and other specialty disciplines, allowing for a multidisciplinary approach to patient management.
Staffing Levels
The team consists of experienced specialists, emergency clinicians, highly skilled veterinary technicians, and dedicated support staff who work together to provide outstanding care for a large and diverse patient population.
Culture
This practice promotes a supportive and collaborative culture where teamwork, compassionate care, and clinical excellence are highly valued. Staff work closely together to provide the highest standards of patient care while maintaining strong relationships with clients and referring veterinarians.
Type of Individual Sought
The ideal candidate is a motivated and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon who thrives in a fast-paced emergency and specialty setting. They should possess excellent surgical and communication skills, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and demonstrate a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
Qualifications Required
Candidates must be board certified or have completed, or be in the process of completing, a residency in veterinary surgery accredited by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).
Salary
We offer highly competitive base salaries tailored specifically for board-certified and residency-trained veterinary specialists, with additional production opportunities that can significantly increase overall earnings. We also offer no negative accrual, supporting financial stability while you focus on high-quality specialist-level care. Sign-on bonuses are available up to $100K depending on specialty, experience, and location.
Sign-On Bonus: • Generous sign-on bonus available for board-certified and residency-trained specialists
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: • 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: • Insurance plans with 3 tiered options • Dental Insurance, including a 100% paid premium option for team members • Vision Insurance options • Complimentary life insurance, with options to purchase additional voluntary coverage for self or family
Paid Leave: • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal time, and continuing education (CE) days tailored to specialist development and board certification maintenance
Flexible Work Scheduling: • Flexible scheduling models designed to support specialist caseload balance, referral coordination, and work/life integration
Professional Development & Academic Support: • Generous continuing education allowance and dedicated paid CE days • Support for board certification maintenance, conferences, and specialty society memberships • Reimbursement for state veterinary license, DEA license, state VMA dues, AVMA dues, and specialty college dues (where applicable) • Access to master accounts with leading medical publishers including Sage, Wiley, and Elsevier • VIN subscription provided for ongoing clinical collaboration and case discussion
Mentorship, Collaboration & Referral Network: • Collaboration with a nationwide network of 6,000 doctors, including 600+ specialists across disciplines • Opportunities for cross-specialty case consultation and multidisciplinary care • Support for mentoring residents, interns, and early-career specialists within referral networks
Clinical Excellence & Research Opportunities: • Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and specialty-driven research initiatives • Access to advanced diagnostic, surgical, and specialty support resources within a high-referral environment
How to Apply & Overseas Applicants
Interested board-certified or residency-trained veterinary specialists are encouraged to click the apply button and submit a copy of their CV. We respond promptly to discuss role alignment, caseload fit, and opportunities tailored to your specialty and career goals.
If you hold an international qualification or completed residency training outside the U.S., reach out for guidance on eligibility, credential evaluation, and potential registration pathways. We can also advise on roles aligned with your specialty background globally.
How We Can Help
Global Talent Partners provides a complimentary career consultation service for veterinary specialists, including boarded diplomates and residency-trained clinicians. With over 1,000 opportunities across five continents, we specialize in matching specialists to high-quality referral and specialty hospital roles, while supporting visa navigation, credential recognition, and long-term career planning.
Contact us today for a no-obligation discussion about advancing your specialist veterinary career.
Mandeville 
Louisiana 
Negotiable
Competitive Salary, 
Paid Vacations, 
Dental Insurance, 
Vision insurance, 
Fear Free Practice, 
401k
