Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Want to practice a wider range of veterinary medicine without giving up the flexibility to enjoy life outside the clinic?

This opportunity could be a great fit if you enjoy building lasting client relationships, treating a variety of patients, and working in a community-oriented practice where your clinical interests matter. You'll have the opportunity to practice small animal medicine while keeping the door open to other species, with support for developing your skills and a compensation structure that doesn't penalize you when production fluctuates.

What You'll Find Here

• A broader clinical mix: Keep your small animal skills active while gaining exposure to other types of patients.
• Flexibility that matters: Scheduling can accommodate personal commitments, vacations, and important life events.
• A production model without negative accrual: Earn a base salary plus production without negative accrual.
• Room to shape your medicine: Continue practicing the skills you're confident in and explore areas you'd like to develop.
• Support for your career stage: Mentorship and access to broader medical guidance are available.
• Help with the transition: A bonus package and relocation assistance may make a move easier.

What You'll Be Doing

This is a mixed-animal general practice providing routine wellness care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and urgent or emergency treatment. Dogs and cats make up much of the caseload, with opportunities to see equine patients and occasional additional species.

You'll need sound clinical judgment, good communication skills, and an interest in helping clients make informed decisions about their animals' care.

Who Might Love This

Whether you're an experienced DVM seeking a different pace or an earlier-career veterinarian looking to build confidence, this role may be worth exploring. It's especially appealing to someone who values variety, enjoys getting to know clients personally, and wants the freedom to keep growing clinically.

The Basics

• Role: Associate Veterinarian
• Schedule: Flexible scheduling
• Experience: All experience levels considered; clinical experience preferred
• Location: Southwestern Colorado
• Licensure: Colorado license or eligibility to obtain one
• Compensation: $100,000–$130,000 base salary, plus production with no negative accrual
• Additional support: Bonus package and relocation assistance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with an HSA option
• Annual paid time off and paid parental leave
• Continuing education allowance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid professional dues, licensing, and liability coverage

A Little About the Area

Southwestern Colorado offers a mountain-region lifestyle with opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, and winter recreation. If you're drawn to outdoor access, a close-knit community, and a setting away from major urban centers, the area may offer a refreshing change of pace.

Let's Talk

You don't have to be actively looking to explore what's next.

If this sounds like the kind of practice environment you've been hoping to find, contact Beyond Just You for a confidential conversation. We'll share the details privately and help you decide whether the opportunity is worth pursuing.

Email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

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