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CityVet DVM
Denver, Colorado

Associate Veterinarian - Capitol Hill

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110k-$120k

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Job Description

  • Associate Veterinarian
  • CityVet Capitol Hill | Denver, Colorado
  • Good medicine starts with a good team.

If you’re looking for a practice where you can grow your skills, work alongside people who genuinely care about one another, and have the freedom to practice medicine with confidence, you might have just found your next home.

Led by Dr. Heather Newett, CityVet Capitol Hill is a collaborative, energetic team in the heart of Denver. We’re a hybrid GP and Urgent care hospital, which means no two days look exactly the same and that’s part of what makes this team so much fun.

We have a diverse, close-knit support team, and we’re looking for another veterinarian who brings curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to jump in alongside their teammates.

A little bit of everything. A lot of opportunity.

About 50% of our caseload is urgent care, while the remainder includes primary care, wellness, dentistry, surgery, and everything in between. We accommodate same-day procedures and drop-offs and adjust our schedule specifically for walk-ins and drop-off cases.

Our DVMs typically see 12–15 patients per day, with 30-minute appointments and dedicated surgery days. On surgery days, you can expect approximately 4–6 procedures, giving you the opportunity to build and strengthen your surgical skills without sacrificing the rest of your caseload.

We Have

  • 7 exam rooms, including a designated cat room
  • A large, centrally located treatment area
  • Spacious surgery suite
  • Private dog and cat wards

Dedicated Isolation Ward

  • Digital dental radiography, Ultrasound, Cautery, Therapeutic laser, Zoetis analyzers, Imagyst and in house cPL.
  • Access to MOVES specialists in cardiology, surgery, and oncology

We also offer 15-minute technician appointments and have the flexibility to accommodate the unexpected, which, as every veterinarian knows, is inevitable.

Experience is welcome. Curiosity matters more.

Dr. Newett and the team are open to a variety of backgrounds and experience levels.

If you're an experienced veterinarian who wants a collaborative practice with a diverse caseload, you'll find plenty of room to make an impact here.

If you're a new graduate looking for a team that will genuinely invest in you, we'd love to meet you, too.

Dr. Newett is excited to mentor a new graduate who is eager to develop their clinical and surgical skills. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, learn alongside experienced teammates, and gradually build confidence while still having the autonomy to become the veterinarian you want to be.

Our team is wonderfully diverse, and we value the different perspectives, personalities, and experiences everyone brings to the hospital. A veterinarian who can appreciate those differences and bring a little grit and good humor to the day will fit right in.

Come practice medicine in the heart of Denver.

CityVet Capitol Hill puts you right in the middle of one of Denver's most vibrant neighborhoods, with the city at your doorstep and a team that wants you to succeed.

Whether you're an experienced DVM ready for a new challenge or a new graduate looking for a place to build your foundation, we'd love to start a conversation.

Come meet Dr. Newett and see what Capitol Hill could look like for you.

About CityVet

For over 25 years, CityVet has been a company founded and led by veterinarians. We believe in empowering our doctors to practice medicine their way, fostering a culture of collaboration, and providing a clear path to career growth. Our local ownership model is backed by national support, giving you the autonomy you desire with the resources you need to succeed.

  • We are proud of our reputation, which is reflected in our accolades:
  • Certified as a Great Place to Work™ for three consecutive years.
  • Recognized as the #11 Best Place to Work on Glassdoor across all industries.
  • The only GP veterinary company named on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Health Care™.
  • A 4.8-star average Google rating from over 10,000 client reviews.

How We Break the Mold

As a CityVet Veterinarian, you will focus on providing high-quality medical care to pets while building lasting relationships with their owners. We are looking for a doctor who is committed to excellence in general practice or urgent care services.

  • At CityVet, we C.A.R.E. about our doctors:
  • Culture: A workplace where people feel supported and valued
  • Advancement: Growth through mentorship and ownership opportunities
  • Relationships: Deep connections with teams, clients, and communities
  • Excellence: Delivering the best for people and pets
  • We invest in your future with unparalleled veterinary career opportunities:
  • A Pathway to Ownership: We offer a unique opportunity for partnership without the high financial pressure.
  • Continuing Education: Gain access to Affinity Academy for customized CE and leadership development programs.
  • Supportive Network: Join a community of over 150 veterinarians who collaborate and share knowledge.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent.
  • Licensed to practice in this state or eligible for licensure.
  • A collaborative spirit and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
  • Interest in General Practice and/or Urgent Care medicine.

Benefits & Compensation

We believe in rewarding our veterinarians with a benefits package that supports their professional and personal well-being.

Unlimited Earning Potential: A progressive compensation model with a guaranteed base salary ($110,000 - $120,000) and no ceiling.

  • Generous Production Commission: Earn up to 28% production commission with no negative accrual.
  • Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
  • Financial Wellness: Access to student debt support, financial planning tools, and loan repayment resources.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive mental health benefits.

Exceptional Health Care: We provide free virtual urgent care for all full-time team members and their families.

  • Want a Sneak Peek Into Life at CityVet? Check out these videos to learn more about
  • Why Is Our Culture At CityVet So Good?
  • Words to Describe CityVet

Why Work at CityVet?

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to lead a team, grow into ownership, and find your forever clinic, this could be the perfect fit. We’d love to chat.

For other CityVet roles, visit our careers page.

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  • Let’s deliver Your Kind of Care—together.

Pay Range

  • $110,000—$120,000 USD
  • This Employer participates in E-Verify.

Key Responsibilities

The veterinarian will provide high-quality medical care, including general practice, urgent care, wellness exams, and surgical procedures. They will work collaboratively with a support team to manage a diverse caseload and build lasting relationships with pet owners.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosticsClient communicationTeam collaborationAnesthesia

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, 3% are remote, 80% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,073 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$560k≈ 5.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,881/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 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 CityVet DVM

Veterinary Services
Dallas, Texas
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 4% employer match
Student debt support
Financial planning tools
Loan repayment resources
Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
Comprehensive mental health benefits
Free virtual urgent care