Description

Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon (Residency-Trained or Boarded)
Route 66 Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center - Albuquerque, NM

Advance Your Surgical Career in a Culture-Driven, Specialty ER Hospital

Route 66 Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center is seeking a Residency-Trained or Boarded Veterinary Surgeon to join our collaborative, growing team in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As one of the region's first true specialty hospitals, we've built a reputation for excellence in emergency medicine, and we're continuing to expand with the recent addition of a Criticalist and plans to bring on Internal Medicine and Surgery services.

Why Route 66?

• 24/7 Hospital with a strong referral base
• Fully integrated with Ethos Veterinary Health and ERI (ER Immerse program) , supporting externships, mentorship, and professional development
• Part of a growing specialty team that thrives on collaboration and advancing care across disciplines
• Open to flexible arrangements including full-time, part-time, or potential buyouts

A Culture That Prioritizes People

Our hospital culture is one of our proudest achievements-purposefully built to support our team both personally and professionally.

• Mix of seasoned clinicians and energetic new grads creates a vibrant, growth-oriented environment
• Highly collaborative medicine, with all doctors aligned on elevating care standards and mentoring across departments
• Monthly journal clubs, open case discussions, and strong inter-doctor support
• Culture Ambassador Program (Ethos): Led by non-leadership staff, focusing on wellness, resiliency, and setting examples like taking real lunch breaks
• Quarterly wellness themes and an in-house wellness program that rewards the entire team for prioritizing well-being
• Monthly team-building events and regular involvement in community and charity events like Run for the Zoo, Summer Fest, and local shelter support

Living in Albuquerque, NM

Discover the best of the Southwest lifestyle:

• A "small big city" vibe-big enough for excitement, small enough to stay connected
• Four true seasons, with Colorado skiing just 3 hours away
• Outdoor paradise-just 25 minutes to hiking, mountain biking, and natural beauty
• Rich cultural heritage rooted in Spanish and Native American traditions
• Vibrant food scenes and arts culture
• Affordable cost of living with opportunities to own property with acreage
• Low commute times and high quality of life

Whether you're looking to plant long-term roots, explore part-time opportunities, or even discuss buyout options, we want to hear from you. At Route 66, you'll find more than a job-you'll find your professional home.

Ready to build something extraordinary with us? Let's connect.

Please reach out to Lindsey Hays at LHays@ethovet.com

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.