Veterinarian - Golden, CO
Listed compensation
$130k-$150k
The week · per this posting4-day week
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Who We Are
At Green Mountain Animal Hospital, we've built a practice where collaboration isn't just a buzzword, it's how we work every day. Serving Golden, Colorado, and the surrounding communities, our team is known for providing exceptional patient care while creating an environment where veterinarians genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Our doctors bring many years of experience to the practice, and they're the kind of colleagues who are always willing to share ideas, discuss cases, and support one another. Whether you're tackling a challenging workup or celebrating a great outcome, you'll have an experienced team behind you.
We're also fortunate to work alongside an orthopedic surgeon who visits the hospital twice each week, giving our team the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to advanced procedures and continue expanding their clinical skills.
We're looking for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, values teamwork, and wants to be part of a supportive, well-established hospital.
- What You'll Love About This Opportunity
- Four-day work week (36–40 hours) that gives you time to enjoy life outside the hospital
- Experienced doctors who collaborate, mentor, and genuinely support one another
- A positive, team-first culture where your voice and ideas are valued
- Opportunities to continue growing your medical and surgical skills
- Life in Golden, Colorado
It's easy to see why so many people love calling Golden home. Nestled against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, this welcoming community offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Spend your weekends hiking, mountain biking, climbing, skiing, or exploring nearby trails, then enjoy local breweries, restaurants, and shops... all just minutes from Denver.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary of $130,000–$150,000, based on experience and responsibilities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous continuing education allowance and professional development support
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional dues and liability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you're looking for a practice where you'll be supported by experienced colleagues, challenged to continue growing, and encouraged to build the career you want, we'd love to meet you. Come see what makes Green Mountain Animal Hos
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to patients while collaborating with an experienced team of doctors. Participate in case discussions and support colleagues to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
Requirements
The position requires an experienced veterinarian who values teamwork and high-quality medicine. Candidates should be interested in professional growth and contributing to a supportive hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Practice Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $136k 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 Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 65% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $130k–$150k | Veterinarian median $123k (middle half $115k–$162k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$136k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in Colorado | 94 active | 4,640 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 65% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 46% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New General Practice listings | 58 in the last 30 days | 76 the 30 days before (−24%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinarian pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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