Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Headspace access

Fidelity financial wellness tool

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

VCA Front Range Animal Hospital in Colorado is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering comprehensive care, including dentistry and soft tissue surgery, in a well‑equipped practice.

Expect a full‑time schedule with a supportive, collaborative culture, plus wellness resources and a strong benefits package. Colorado licensure is required or obtainable, with a commitment to ethical, high‑quality veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Colorado licensure in good standing or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for cats and dogs including wellness, dentistry and surgeries.
• Work with a team to deliver world‑class medicine and patient care.

Education

DVM degree

Colorado veterinary license

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Front Range Animal Hospital and you'll quickly discover that you're well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You'll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team

• VCA Front Range Animal Hospital proudly serves the Tri‑Lakes area and surrounding communities – staffed to handle everything from routine wellness to emergencies
• Our talented doctors have over 80 years of combined experience
• AAHA‑accredited and equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiology, in‑house labs, cold laser therapy, ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and more!
• We are committed to using fear‑free techniques when possible
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Full‑time schedule
• Hospital open Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Veterinarians work four 10‑hour days and rotate Saturdays every four weeks

Cases

• Comprehensive care for cats and dogs, with a mix of wellness and sick patients
• Dentistry and surgical procedures

Who we look for

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team

Compensation

• Annual salary starting at $115,000 – $140,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials
• Salary range based on a 40‑hour work week
• Position may also be eligible for variable pay programs

Health & Well‑being

• Innovative Associate health and well‑being department – Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Health, dental, vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Colorado, or the ability to obtain it
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.