Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Fruita, CO (Grand Junction/Western Slope) This position is offered by Arrowhead Veterinary Hospital in Fruita, Colorado. It is open to candidates with an interest in a full scope of primary veterinary care in a small‑town practice environment. Compensation $110,000 – $140,000 base salary + production bonuses, with no negative accrual Sign‑on bonus and industry‑leading relocation package available Competitive annual PROSAL salary consideration based on credentials and experience Benefits 401(k) match Lyra mental health support Student‑loan management program Career development and mentorship through the Thrive Medical Excellence and Education Department Flexible full‑time structures, 4‑day work week base schedule (Mon‑Fri 8:00 – 5:30 PM with rotating half‑day Saturdays) “Support Flex” – one‑to‑one tech per doctor with a dedicated float and skilled assistants; fully staffed surgery days Dog daycare on site – bring your dog to work Responsibilities Provide advanced clinical care including routine wellness, orthopedics, endoscopy, same‑day walk‑ins, and high‑volume digital dentistry Manage a diverse case mix, from routine wellness to urgent/emergency cases Collaborate with a close‑knit doctor team focused on compassionate care and collective problem‑solving Participate in community outreach and partner programs that give back to the local community Mentor and learn under owner‑founder Dr. Etchart with expertise in orthopedics and high‑volume dentistry Requirements DVM/VMD degree 1–3 + years of clinical/veterinary practice experience Active (or pending) Utah Veterinary License Passion for surgery, dentistry, and building long‑term relationships with families Collaborative mindset – a "doctor’s doctor" who enjoys sharing knowledge Location & Lifestyle Located at the edge of the Colorado National Monument, only 6 mi from red‑rock canyons and trails Minutes to world‑class dog‑friendly mountain biking and hiking on the 18 Road and Kokopelli trail systems Quiet, friendly community within 15 min of Grand Junction urban amenities 35 mi to skiing and snowboarding at Powderhorn Mountain Resort; other iconic destinations within driving range #J-18808-Ljbffr