Veterinary Surgeon

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency and Specialty.; Colorado; On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Mentorship opportunities

Advanced equipment

Job summary

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Surgeon to lead an established surgical service within a high-volume emergency and specialty setting. The role offers a base salary model with a robust benefits package and opportunities to collaborate across specialties.

You will perform advanced orthopedic and soft tissue procedures, mentor staff, and contribute to service development while working in a supportive team-driven culture.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Colorado veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or Residency Trained in Surgery.
• Experience or interest in both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures across a diverse mix of orthopedic and soft tissue cases.
• Perform advanced surgical procedures utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and minimally invasive capabilities.
• Collaborate with Emergency, Cardiology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Neurology, and Radiation Therapy teams.
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in alignment with hospital goals and community needs.
• Work alongside emergency clinicians who provide support for after-hours surgical case management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and shared treatment planning.
• Mentor technicians and support staff, fostering collaboration and clinical excellence.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide compassionate care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful situations.

Skills

DVM

Board Certification in Surgery

Orthopedic surgery

Soft tissue surgery

Communication skills

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Colorado veterinary licensure eligibility

DACVS or Residency Trained in Surgery

Job description

$220,000-$280,000 Base Salary/Prosal Model
Surgeon opportunity in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Schedule: Full-Time

At Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to build a thriving surgical service within a fast-growing specialty and emergency hospital backed by a busy 24/7 emergency department and a dedicated referral network. This is an ideal opportunity for a surgeon looking to step into an established caseload, practice advanced medicine, and help shape the future of specialty care in southern Colorado.

Our AAHA-accredited specialty hospital is home to experienced Emergency clinicians, an Internist who comes in for consultations, and we have a Neurologist joining the team. We are also licensed to provide Radiation Therapy services, creating exceptional opportunities for multidisciplinary case management and collaboration.

Southern Rockies combines advanced medical capabilities with a supportive, team-centered culture. You'll work alongside long-tenured team members who are deeply invested in patient care, mentorship, and professional growth. Whether you're performing complex orthopedic procedures, advanced soft tissue surgeries, or contributing to service development, you'll have the support and resources needed to succeed.

Location Highlight

Colorado Springs offers an incredible quality of life with stunning views of Pikes Peak, easy access to Garden of the Gods, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Enjoy world-class hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and trail running, along with a lower cost of living than many other Colorado cities. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year and Denver only an hour away, Colorado Springs offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and outdoor lifestyle.

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
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• Established surgical caseload from a high-volume 24/7 emergency service
• Three fully equipped operating rooms
• Advanced surgical and diagnostic equipment including CT, C-arm fluoroscopy, digital radiography, endoscopy, and minimally invasive surgery capabilities
• Strong mentorship and collaboration opportunities within Colorado and across the Ethos network
• Tenured support staff and a culture of internal growth and development

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Balance time between consultations, case workups, and surgical procedures across a diverse mix of orthopedic and soft tissue cases.
• Perform advanced surgical procedures utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, imaging technology, and minimally invasive surgical capabilities.
• Collaborate with Emergency, Cardiology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Neurology, and Radiation Therapy teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Help shape and grow the surgical service in alignment with hospital goals and community needs.
• Work alongside highly trained emergency clinicians who provide valuable support for after-hours surgical case management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and shared treatment planning for complex referral patients.
• Mentor technicians and support staff while fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and clinical excellence.
• Work alongside a dedicated surgical nursing and support team.
• 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.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Colorado veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Surgery (DACVS) or Residency Trained in Surgery.
• Experience or interest in both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery.
• 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.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.