Veterinary Criticalist

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Production-based earnings

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

CE allowance & professional develop."

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee assistance programs

Leadership development opportunities

Pet-care discounts

Annual pet wellness stipend

Job summary

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty in Colorado Springs is seeking a Criticalist to lead high-acuity emergency and critical care services within a AAHA-accredited, 24-hour hospital. You will work with emergency clinicians and a growing Neurology team to deliver advanced, compassionate patient care.

The role offers a competitive base salary, production-based earning potential, and strong commitment to professional development and work-life balance in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and Colorado licensure eligibility.
• Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or residency training in ECC.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset with commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Passion for continuous learning and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, including triage and stabilization.
• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary rounds with Emergency and Neurology teams.
• Perform advanced therapies and critical care technologies available in hospital.
• Support development and growth of critical care services and protocols.
• Collaborate with rapidly expanding specialty team to strengthen advanced care.
• Engage in continuing education, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Collaborate with specialty and emergency teams for exceptional outcomes.
• Coordinate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff for seamless care.

Skills

DVM or equivalent

Board Certification in ECC (DACVECC)

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Commitment to continuous learning

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Colorado veterinary licensure eligibility

Job description

Hospital Name: Southern Rockies Animal Emergency and Specialty

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Criticalist (Emergency & Critical Care)

$175,000-$200,000 Base/Prosal model
Critical Care opportunity in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Schedule: Full-Time

At Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty, you'll have the opportunity to help shape and grow a critical care service within a collaborative, AAHA-accredited specialty and 24-hour emergency hospital. As a Criticalist, you'll work alongside a highly engaged team of emergency clinicians and specialists who share a commitment to advanced medicine, exceptional patient care, and a supportive team culture.

Southern Rockies is an AAHA-accredited Specialty and 24-hour Emergency Veterinary Hospital committed to delivering exceptional specialty and emergency care across southern Colorado. Our hospital is home to Emergency clinicians and with a Neurologist joining the team we can continue to expand our specialty offerings. This growing multidisciplinary environment creates exceptional opportunities for collaboration, allowing Critical Care to work seamlessly alongside specialty services to deliver advanced, comprehensive patient care.

Beyond patient care, our hospital invests heavily in its people. We are committed to supporting professional growth through continuing education, leadership development, mentorship opportunities, and a culture that prioritizes work-life balance. Here, your development matters just as much as your clinical contributions.

Location Highlight

Colorado Springs offers an outstanding quality of life with breathtaking views of Pikes Peak, easy access to Garden of the Gods, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Whether you enjoy skiing, hiking, trail running, mountain biking, or exploring local restaurants, breweries, and cultural attractions, you'll find it all within reach. Consistently ranked among the most desirable places to live in the United States, Colorado Springs combines outdoor adventure with a welcoming community and convenient access to Denver.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation


• Production-based earning potential


• Sign-on or relocation assistance


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• CE allowance and professional development support


• Paid time off


• Retirement savings options


• Employee assistance programs


• Access to a licensed social worker through our Employee Assistance Program


• Leadership development and continuing education opportunities


• Associate discounts for pet care, procedures, and nutrition


• Annual stipend for personal pet wellness care

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, including triage, stabilization, and ongoing critical care management.


• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary rounds while collaborating with Emergency and Neurology team on shared patient care.


• Perform advanced therapies utilizing mechanical ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, telemetry, oxygen kennels, and other critical care technologies available within the hospital.


• Support the continued development and growth of critical care services while helping advance patient care protocols and best practices.


• Partner with a rapidly expanding specialty team, including newly added Neurology services, to help strengthen advanced patient care offerings throughout the hospital.


• Engage in continuing education, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities designed to support long-term career growth.


• Collaborate closely with specialty and emergency teams to ensure exceptional case management and patient outcomes.


• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.


• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.


• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Colorado veterinary licensure.


• Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency Trained in Emergency & Critical Care.


• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.


• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.


• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.