Summit Equine

Summit Equine Summit Equine is near Woodburn, Oregon providing advanced equine reproductive and sports medicine se Summit Equine is owned by Drs Ryan and Dora Ferris.

Dr. Ryan Ferris oversees the Reproduction program of the practice and is a boarded specialist in the American College of Theriogenology. Dr. Dora Ferris is in charge of the Sports Medicine program and is a specialist in the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Ryan and Dora are joined in Newberg by their daughter, Makenzie and dog Aspen.

Join our amazing core team here at Summit Equine! Even though the breeding season is slowing down, our Reproduction Depa...
06/18/2026

Join our amazing core team here at Summit Equine!

Even though the breeding season is slowing down, our Reproduction Department is getting ramped up for stallion training, semen freezing, and continued mare oocyte aspirations! If you are a motivated, fast learner, who thrives in a busy client-facing position we want to hear from you!

Previous certification or licensure is not required for this position—But! Familiarity with equine reproduction, experience handling stallions, brood mares and foals will be considered an advantage.

WHAT WE NEED:
Someone who is willing to remain flexible in the demands of the breeding season while providing our clients with a welcoming, informative and educational approach.

Our employees share a passion for equine care and have pride in the work that we do. We are focused on delivering our clients and patients a high level of care that is comprised of consistency, integrity, follow-through and professionalism.

Join our inviting and synergetic team who is devoted to improving Summit Equine year over year. This unique full-time employment opportunity comes with a generous benefits package after a 60-day probationary period. Enjoy Summit Equine covered medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k and profit sharing and much more!

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:
-Hands-on approach with handling broodmares and their babies, while learning all phases of the follicular waves and hormonal changes to generate optimal success aligned with our clients breeding goals!
-Thorough involvement in handling and collecting stallions in the breeding shed
-Analyzing, processing and packaging semen for shipment or allocating collections to process for frozen semen breeding doses
Immersed experience in breeding techniques such as AI, lavage, -Embryo flushes and transfers, handling frozen semen doses and more!
-Experience advanced techniques in equine reproduction such as transvaginal oocyte aspiration, and even the occasional epididymal flush!
-Build your confidence by dosing medications orally, intramuscularly and even intravenously under the direction of one of our skilled licensed veterinarians
-Gain invaluable experience in breeding techniques and methods established by long-term leader in the industry Dr. Ryan Ferris and his team of professionals
-High volume of patients hosted in-house while accommodating client appointments without sacrificing our quality of care and attention to detail

Our ideal candidate has robust equine knowledge and handling skills and can be tasked with individual or shared responsibilities while remaining focused under the pressures of the seasonal demands. We seek someone who is a team player and has great communication skills paired with accurate and detailed notes to keep our patient medical records up to date. A background in customer service to provide our clients with the top level of service they come to deserve. Join a team which is self-driven and motivated individuals who strive for excellence in the work that we do!

To be considered to join our core group at Summit Equine, please submit your cover letter and your resume to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed as they come in.

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The position of Equine Care Specialist is essential to the seasonal demands of a large-scale Equine Veterinary Practice. Here at Summit Equine, we specialize in Equine Reproduction and Sports Medicine services. If you have a background in equine care and previous experience handling stallions, mares and foals--We want to hear from you!

While working with horses daily, you will thrive in a fast-paced daily workflow that is focused on efficiency and quality work. Duties include and are not limited to:

Attentive day-to-day care of the patients in-house
Preparation for arrivals and departures
Adhering to biosecurity measures
Weekly chores
Operation of our panel walker
Maintaining the cleanliness of the barn and workspaces
We deliver quality care to our patients with regimented daily turnout, feeding, administering medications, blanketing, grooming and bathing.

As an Equine Care Specialist, you will have the opportunity to:

Work alongside professionals who specialize in advanced equine breeding techniques
Observe live foaling
Handle broodmares and their babies
Assist in the handling and care of our stallions we stand in-house during the breeding season
If you have previous work experience, strong horse handling skills, or are looking to further your skillsets in a clinical setting and consider yourself a motivated, team player—Don’t wait to apply! These positions fill quickly!

Specifics: Hiring immediately, Full-time (32-40hrs per week), employment through the end of August.

Let’s make the 2026 breeding season a successful one! Submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications are reviewed as they are received.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 1 year of relative work experience or consistent horse related experience
Stallion, mare and foal handling experience will be considered an advantage
Adhere to daily workflow
Must able to follow written and verbal instructions
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Capable of the physical demands of this position including and not limited to; lift, push, pull, items weighing 50+ lbs (bags of grain, hay bales, wheel barrows, and veterinary equipment), walk, jog, stand on unstable grounds or rough terrain, while working in inclement weather conditions
Note: This job will require working in various weather conditions and involves regular exposure to dust, dirt, and allergens.

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We are looking for one more candidate! Reach out if you or someone you know is interested in working with us!
02/17/2026

We are looking for one more candidate! Reach out if you or someone you know is interested in working with us!

🐴Summit Equine is preparing for the busy 2026 breeding season! Come join an inviting and driven team of professionals servicing our clients in the Pacific Northwest! 🐴

The position of Equine Care Specialist is essential to the seasonal demands of a large-scale Equine Veterinary Practice. Here at Summit Equine, we specialize in Equine Reproduction and Sports Medicine services. If you have a background in equine care and previous experience handling stallions, mares and foals--We want to hear from you!

While working with horses daily, you will thrive in a fast-paced daily workflow that is focused on efficiency and quality work. Duties include and are not limited to:
- Attentive day-to-day care of the patients in-house
- Preparation for arrivals and departures
- Adhering to biosecurity measures
- Weekly chores
- Operation of our panel walker
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the barn and workspaces

We deliver quality care to our patients with regimented daily turnout, feeding, administering medications, blanketing, grooming and bathing.

As an Equine Care Specialist, you will have the opportunity to:
Work alongside professionals who specialize in advanced equine breeding techniques
Observe live foaling
Handle broodmares and their babies
Assist in the handling and care of our stallions we stand in-house during the breeding season

If you have previous work experience, strong horse handling skills, or are looking to further your skillsets in a clinical setting and consider yourself a motivated, team player—Don’t wait to apply! These positions fill quickly!

Specifics: Full-time (30-40hrs per week) seasonal employment dates vary from February through August.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Capable of the physical demands of this position including and not limited to; lift, push, pull, items weighing 50+ lbs (compressed hay bales, wheel barrows, and veterinary equipment), walk, jog, stand on unstable grounds or rough terrain, while working in inclement weather conditions

Let’s make the 2026 breeding season a successful one! Submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications are reviewed as they are received.

Address

6460 Highway 219 NE
Gervais, OR
97026

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15036823898

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