Veterinary Surgeon

Up to $250K | No Weekends | Cutting-Edge Facility | Fort Wayne, IN

Lead. Inspire. Operate at the Highest Level—Without Compromise.

Are you ready to elevate your surgical career in a role where your expertise is trusted, your work-life balance is protected, and your impact is deeply valued? At Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital, we’ve created a modern, supportive environment where a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon (DACVS) can thrive—professionally and personally.

We believe in empowering specialists with the freedom to practice great medicine, the resources to lead with excellence, and the support of a culture that prioritizes people just as much as pets.

 

Why Work Here

At Indian Creek, you won’t just find a job—you’ll find a home where autonomy, integrity, and innovation are woven into everything we do. Our culture is deeply rooted in mutual respect, collaboration, and long-term sustainability for our team.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Privately Owned: Say goodbye to production quotas and corporate red tape

  • Work-Life Balance: No weekends, no on-call, no after-hours

  • Supportive Team: Over 4:1 support staff ratio including RVTs and surgical assistants

  • State-of-the-Art Facility: 17,000 sq. ft. of advanced equipment and surgical space

  • Positive, Growth-Minded Culture: Your ideas matter. Your leadership is encouraged.

  • Preferred partner for research and beta testing for new and developing products

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary up to $250,000

  • Generous PTO and paid vacation

  • Maternity leave

  • 401(k) or Roth IRA with employer match

  • CE opportunities and surgical conference support

  • Paid licenses, dues and insurances

  • Opportunities for mentorship, innovation, and leadership development

  • Access to Tin Caps season tickets

 

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll lead and shape our surgical services while collaborating across departments to ensure seamless, compassionate care for every patient.

Your Role Will Include:

  • Performing advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures

  • Collaborating with internal clinicians and referring veterinarians

  • Mentoring younger veterinarians and supporting ongoing clinical learning

  • Contributing to strategic surgical service growth and innovation

  • Utilizing advanced tools for diagnostics and intraoperative precision

Your Tools:

  • Dedicated surgical suites

  • Dual digital radiography (in-house and in-surgery)

  • Dental radiography, therapeutic laser, and regenerative therapies

  • Cart-based and handheld intraoperative ultrasound

  • Full in-house IDEXX laboratory

  • 3-way nuclear licensing allowing us to perform I-131, Synovetin OA and IsoPet

 

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for a confident, compassionate surgeon with a passion for collaborative medicine and clinical excellence.

Qualifications:

  • DACVS certification (or eligibility)

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Desire to mentor, innovate, and elevate the profession

  • Interest in regenerative medicine or clinical development a plus

  • Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care

Whether you’re a seasoned specialist or exploring a transition to a leadership role, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

 

Why Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and affordability:

  • Low cost of living + high quality of life

  • Excellent schools and family-friendly neighborhoods

  • A thriving arts and dining scene 

  • Access to parks, trails, rivers, and four-season outdoor recreation

  • Home to top-tier minor league sports (Baseball, Hockey and Soccer) 

  • 3 Nationally ranked medical facilities for us and our families

  • Located in an affluent suburb with easy access to major Midwest cities

 

Let’s Build Something Extraordinary—Together

At Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital, you’ll find more than a career—you’ll find purpose, balance, and the opportunity to practice at the top of your game in a place that truly values you.

Ready to lead and thrive? Apply now and start your next chapter with Indian Creek.