Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$100k-$130k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
About Our Clinic
Elk Park Animal Hospital, a longstanding community fixture, is one of the largest and busiest facilities in the area. With over 3,700 sq. ft. of organized indoor space featuring three exam rooms, we offer essential services five days a week, including on-call and mobile assistance for large animals and emergencies.
Our comprehensive services encompass digital radiology, cold laser therapy, orthopedic surgery, dentistry, cutting-edge diagnostics, and a complete pharmacy. We also provide Chinese medicine, acupuncture, physical therapy, and herbal medicine.
- Check us out at: elkparkvet.com
- Clinic Snapshot
- Practice type: Mixed animal
- Avg. daily patient volume: 12
- Support staff ratio: 3:1
- Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, majority small animal caseload
- Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
- We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
- Base salary $100-130k+ with quarterly production bonus
- DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
- No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
- Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
- Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
- Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
- Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
- Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
What Makes Us Different
- Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
- Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
- We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
- You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
- Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference
You are a veterinarian who is:
- Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
- A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
- Committed to continuous growth and excellence
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
- Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
- Strong communication and client-education skills
About the Area
Make Pagosa Springs your career home! Enjoy 300 days of sunshine with four distinct seasons. The town has a community feel but also attracts global visitors for its natural hot springs, waterfalls, skiing, dog sledding, mountain biking, lakes, hot air ballooning, wildlife, horseback and ATV trail riding, and camping, as well as a vibrant arts and theater scene. Additionally, Pagosa Springs is home to the Parelli Natural Horsemanship program!
- The Springs Resort & Spa (2 min.): World-renowned mineral hot springs and resort.
- San Juan National Forest (14 min.): Lake swimming, hiking, mountain biking, snow, river floating, waterfalls.
- Pagosa Springs Golf Club (4 min.)
- Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park (4 min.): Horseback ride through the park and see mountain lions, bears, elk, wolves, porcupines, and an emu!
- Dog sledding (4 min.): Ski resort dog sledding adventures
- Wolf Creek Ski area: ski, snowmobile, snowboard!
- Parelli Natural Horsemanship (7 min.): Famous horsemanship programs
- Echo, Capote Lake, Navajo Reservoir, and many more to explore (within 1 hour): Boating, camping, fishing.
Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity
Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Miranda at miranda.adams-ford@amerivet.com anytime
At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.
- Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
- Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
- Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
- Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.
At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive veterinary care including wellness exams, surgery, and dentistry for both small and large animals. Maintain strong client relationships and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver high-quality medical services.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Mixed Animal 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 Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 88% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.8 / 10 · above average in veterinary | ranked against 4,390 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $100k–$130k | Veterinarian median $123k (middle half $115k–$146k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$112k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in Colorado | 88 active | 4,660 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 88% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Veterinarian pay trend | −6.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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