Veterinary Surgeon

Ethos Veterinary Health; Colorado; On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

CE allowance

Job summary

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a board-certified or residency-trained veterinary surgeon to join our fast-paced, collaborative team. This role offers a ready-to-go surgical caseload from our busy 24/7 ER with no competing specialties on-site and strong referral support.

Compensation ranges from $220,000 to $280,000 with a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Residency-trained or board-certified veterinary surgeon (ACVS or equivalent).
• Comfortable with soft tissue and orthopedic cases.
• Desire to build and shape the surgery service within a growing hospital.
• Team-first attitude and enthusiasm for supporting ER and future specialty colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a ready-to-go surgical caseload from a busy ER.
• Collaborate with ER and future specialty colleagues to grow the surgery service.
• Provide mentorship and participate in cross-hospital collaboration across Colorado.

Skills

Residency-trained or board-certified

Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery

Team collaboration

Education

ACVS board certification or equivalent

Tools

C-arm

CT scanner

Endoscope

MIS capabilities

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon (Residency-Trained or Board-Certified)
Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital - Colorado Springs, CO

Salary & Benefits

$220,000-$280,000 + Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Support

Overview

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital (SRAESH) in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado, is seeking a board‑certified or residency‑trained veterinary surgeon to join our fast‑paced and highly collaborative team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a ready‑to‑go surgical caseload built by our exceptionally busy, 24/7 emergency department. With no competing specialties on‑site and a committed referral base already in place, this role is ideal for a surgeon eager to make an immediate and meaningful impact.

What You’ll Find at Southern Rockies

• 3 fully equipped ORs, including new surgical lights, C‑arm (GE 256), newer CT, and digital radiography
• Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) capabilities, standard endoscope, nitrogen drill
• Turn‑key caseload fed by a robust ER that sees a high volume of surgical cases
• On‑call support structure: our capable ER doctors are trained and willing to take cases, so you’re not on call 24/7
• Strong internal culture with tenured staff (10‑15 years) and a history of promoting from within
• Supportive mentorship network available across Colorado, including potential collaboration with other local hospitals
• Fun, client‑focused culture, including community events like pet photos with Santa

What We’re Looking For

• Residency‑trained or board‑certified veterinary surgeon (ACVS or equivalent)
• Comfortable with a mix of soft tissue and orthopedic cases
• A desire to build and shape the surgery service within a growing hospital
• Team‑first attitude and enthusiasm for supporting ER and future specialty colleagues (we’re currently interviewing neurologists)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive base salary: $220,000-$280,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Generous sign‑on bonus and relocation support
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), CE allowance, and more

Why Colorado Springs?

Living in Colorado Springs means access to the best of Colorado — world‑class hiking, skiing, and biking are just minutes away. Enjoy a high quality of life, affordable cost of living compared to other Colorado cities, and over 300 days of sunshine each year. Whether you’re an outdoor adventurer or prefer a peaceful mountain view from your porch, Colorado Springs offers a lifestyle that’s hard to beat.

Application

Please send CV to Jackie Ross at [e-mail]. Apply before September 30, 2026.