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Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Veterinarian - San Juan Veterinary Hospital - Pagosa Springs, CO

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100k-$130k

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Job Description

San Juan Veterinary Hospital, a mixed animal practice in southwest Colorado, has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinarian to join our team!

We take a family-focused approach to pet care and are searching for a DVM who is friendly, empathetic, and will take the time to get to know our clients (and their pets!) on a personal level. We’re open to DVMs of all experience levels.

Why do we think you will love working here?

Our practice is a full-service, mixed animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Take a virtual tour of our hospital online: sanjuanvethospital.com

We prioritize work/life balance by remaining flexible with our scheduling to accommodate vacations, important events, and life outside of work

Our team has great longevity and has built a positive culture full of fun and laughter

Our two-doctor team has built solid relationships with the community and have a great reputation

Our caseload is diverse because we offer high-quality care to a variety of pets (primarily canines, felines, and horses) but we also see goats, llamas, reptiles, pocket pets, and birds occasionally

We’ve created a family-friendly, calm, and comfortable atmosphere where clients are given personalized attention and truly trust us to treat their pets

  • Pagosa Springs is absolutely beautiful and a WONDERFUL place to live
  • Core Competencies
  • DVM/VMD from an accredited program
  • Licensed veterinarian (or eligible) in Colorado
  • 3+ years of hands-on clinical veterinarian experience preferred
  • Strong surgical, diagnostic, and communication skills
  • Passion for high-quality patient care and client service

Our Investment in YOU

At San Juan VH, we don’t believe in negative accrual – medicine comes first. Our next Associate can expect a competitive base salary + production (with no negative accrual).

  • Exciting bonus / relocation package
  • Flexible Schedule
  • 120 hours of PTO annually
  • Medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents (with HSA option)
  • 401(k) Match
  • Annual CE allowance
  • Paid parental leave / bonding time
  • Early career doctor and new graduate mentorship programs
  • Guidance from a talented Medical Advisory Board
  • Medical freedom to practice skills you’re proficient in or explore areas you’d like to learn
  • Paid professional membership dues / licensing
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • Investment in your personal interests—like gym memberships and charity donations
  • Plus more!
  • In Pagosa Springs, things are refreshingly authentic.

Nestled in southwest Colorado at the base of the Continental Divide, Pagosa Springs is one of the state’s last undiscovered gems. Known for its amazing hot springs, abundant sunshine and small town feel, Pagosa Springs offers plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery and enliven your spirit.

Enjoy September's ColorFest, explore the four magnificent waterfalls, or lace up your hiking shoes and trek along the wildflowers on the many hiking trails in the area. In the summer, biking rafting, kayaking, and lazy floating down the San Juan River are common activities for locals and visitors.

In the winter, Wolf Creek Ski Area (just a short drive outside of town) boasts the most snow in Colorado, averaging 450 inches of snowfall annually.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this opportunity is $100,000 - $130,000 annually.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

The application window will be open for the next two weeks ending November1st, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the two-week window.

*This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.

If you are interested in becoming part of a highly skilled team with an excellent support system and great clients, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care to a diverse caseload of animals including canines, felines, horses, and exotic pets. Build strong, empathetic relationships with clients while maintaining a family-focused approach to pet care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree from an accredited program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado. A minimum of 3 years of hands-on clinical experience is preferred along with strong surgical and diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSurgeryDiagnosticsSurgical procedures

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $112k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

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Living in Pagosa Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$589k≈ 5.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,988/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Base Salary + Production (No Negative Accrual)
Bonus / Relocation Package
Flexible Schedule
120 hours PTO annually
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA Option
401(k) Match
Annual CE Allowance