Equine Surgeon and Ambulatory

Humphrey & Giacopuzzi Veterinary Group, Inc. (HGAE) is expanding and rebuilding stronger than ever. After a brief 30-day closure to restructure our operations, we are excited to reopen with new leadership, renewed direction, and a clear commitment to long-term financial stability and growth. Our hospital has served Ventura County for over 35 years, and we remain dedicated to being a reliable, progressive, and supportive place for veterinarians to build their careers.

We are seeking two full-time or part-time veterinarians to join our revitalized team:

Open Positions

• Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian – Providing high-quality ambulatory care to our loyal equine clientele, supported by a collaborative hospital and internal medicine team.
• Equine Surgeon – Managing elective and emergency surgical cases with the full support of our hospital staff, equipment, and specialists.

Compensation

Starting salary: $95,000–$150,000 with collective production commissions and opportunities for advancement as our services expand.

Why HGAE?

For more than three decades, HGAE has been a trusted name in equine medicine throughout Ventura County and beyond. Our recent restructuring has strengthened our foundation, streamlined our operations, and reinforced our commitment to providing a healthy, supportive workplace for our veterinarians and staff.

Strong Community & rDVM Relationships

Referring veterinarians are the backbone of our hospital; we value and protect these relationships. We work closely with our rDVM community to ensure exceptional case communication, collaboration, and trust. Candidates who share this philosophy will thrive here.

What We Offer

• A stable, forward-thinking practice with renewed leadership
• A fully equipped hospital for emergencies, elective surgeries, reproduction, and advanced diagnostics
• A collaborative environment with internal medicine support
• Expanding opportunities in livestock and mixed-animal medicine
• A beautiful Southern California location offering both ambulatory freedom and hospital-based work

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution
• California veterinary license (or ability to obtain one promptly)
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation shared among our veterinary staff
• Commitment to excellent client communication and collaboration with referring veterinarians
• Strong interest in equine and/or large animal medicine
• Willingness to perform both ambulatory and in-hospital duties depending on position
• Professionalism, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset
• For surgeons: Experience or training in equine surgical procedures (internship, residency, or equivalent mentorship)