Small Animal Veterinarian

Where Your Skills Save Lives Every Day Castle Rock, Colorado At Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies, every shift brings the opportunity to make a real difference—for pets, their families, and your team. We’re seeking a board-certified surgeon or a veterinarian who has completed surgery residency training (full-time or part-time) to join our growing 24/7/365 specialty and emergency hospital in beautiful Castle Rock, CO. Why You’ll Love Working Here Collaborative Medicine – You’ll join a strong network of specialistsand emergency veterinarians—working side-by-side to deliver the best outcomes for patients while building meaningful professional relationships. Advanced Surgical Tools & Cases – From minimally invasive surgery to fracture repair and soft tissue procedures, you’ll handle diverse and rewarding cases every week. Our 16-slice GE CT, in-house digital radiology, and ultrasound 7-days per week, plus 24-7 monitored, postoperative care for patients give you the tools you need to excel. Support You Can Trust – With an experienced technical team, engaged leadership, and a hospital culture built on mentorship and growth, you can focus on surgery while knowing your patients—and you—are fully supported. Colorado Lifestyle – Enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in your backyard, explore the charm of historic Castle Rock, or head into Denver for concerts, sports, and culture. What You Bring We’re looking for a surgeon who is: Talented, energetic, and well-rounded A strong communicator who thrives in a team environment Ready to contribute to a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect Available to work some after hours and on-call shifts with a flexible schedule Board-certified in small animal surgery or have completed veterinary surgery residency training What We Offer Competitive, experience-based compensation Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and more 401(k) retirement plan Generous PTO Annual CE allowance Uniform allowance Paid dues, licensing, and liability insurance Employee pet discount plans Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Our Facility 10,000+ sq. ft. of state-of-the-art care, including: 8 exam rooms (including a cat-only exam room) 3 surgical suites Comfort room with separate exit In-house lab, pharmacy, and blood products Endoscopy, laparoscopy, arthroscopy Digital radiography Ultrasound suite 16-slice GE CT About Castle Rock Castle Rock offers a “small-town feel” with big-city perks—award-winning schools, safe neighborhoods, and an abundance of outdoor recreation. Nestled between Denver and Colorado Springs, you’ll be minutes from the city, mountains, and world-class ski resorts. Join our compassionate and collaborative team where your voice is heard and your expertise is valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr