Veterinarian - San Juan Veterinary Hospital - Pagosa Springs, CO

Veterinarian Opportunity at San Juan Veterinary Hospital

San Juan Veterinary Hospital, a mixed animal practice in southwest Colorado, has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinarian to join our team!

We take a family-focused approach to pet care and are searching for a DVM who is friendly, empathetic, and will take the time to get to know our clients (and their pets!) on a personal level. We're open to DVMs of all experience levels.

Why do we think you will love working here?

Our practice is a full-service, mixed animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care.

• We prioritize work/life balance by remaining flexible with our scheduling to accommodate vacations, important events, and life outside of work
• Our team has great longevity and has built a positive culture full of fun and laughter
• Our two-doctor team has built solid relationships with the community and have a great reputation
• Our caseload is diverse because we offer high-quality care to a variety of pets (primarily canines, felines, and horses) but we also see goats, llamas, reptiles, pocket pets, and birds occasionally
• We've created a family-friendly, calm, and comfortable atmosphere where clients are given personalized attention and truly trust us to treat their pets
• Pagosa Springs is absolutely beautiful and a wonderful place to live

Core Competencies

• DVM/VMD from an accredited program
• Licensed veterinarian (or eligible) in Colorado
• 3+ years of hands-on clinical veterinarian experience preferred
• Strong surgical, diagnostic, and communication skills
• Passion for high-quality patient care and client service

Our investment in YOU:

At San Juan VH, we don't believe in negative accrual medicine comes first. Our next Associate can expect a competitive base salary + production (with no negative accrual).

• Exciting bonus / relocation package
• Flexible Schedule
• 120 hours of PTO annually
• Medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents (with HSA option)
• 401(k) Match
• Annual CE allowance
• Paid parental leave / bonding time
• Early career doctor and new graduate mentorship programs
• Guidance from a talented Medical Advisory Board
• Medical freedom to practice skills you're proficient in or explore areas you'd like to learn
• Paid professional membership dues / licensing
• AVMA PLIT coverage
• Investment in your personal interestslike gym memberships and charity donations
• Plus more!

In Pagosa Springs, things are refreshingly authentic.

Nestled in southwest Colorado at the base of the Continental Divide, Pagosa Springs is one of the state's last undiscovered gems. Known for its amazing hot springs, abundant sunshine and small town feel, Pagosa Springs offers plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery and enliven your spirit. Enjoy September's ColorFest, explore the four magnificent waterfalls, or lace up your hiking shoes and trek along the wildflowers on the many hiking trails in the area. In the summer, biking rafting, kayaking, and lazy floating down the San Juan River are common activities for locals and visitors. In the winter, Wolf Creek Ski Area (just a short drive outside of town) boasts the most snow in Colorado, averaging 450 inches of snowfall annually.

The salary range for this opportunity is $100,000 - $130,000 annually. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location.

WVP 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

The application window will be open for the next two weeks ending November 1st, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the two-week window.

*This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.

If you are interested in becoming part of a highly skilled team with an excellent support system and great clients, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!