Veterinary Radiologist
Listed compensation
$225k-$235k
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Job Description
Position Summary
This position provides specialized veterinary diagnostic imaging services to support the diagnosis, treatment, and clinical management of patients within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The primary purpose of the role is to deliver accurate and timely radiologic interpretations, collaborate with clinicians to guide patient care, and contribute to the teaching and advancement of veterinary diagnostic imaging through resident, intern, and student education.
At the CSU Veterinary Health System, animals and the people who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to those who trust us with their animals’ health.
That focus inspires us to deliver expert veterinary services, support veterinary education and training, and advance groundbreaking research. We show up every day with passion, eagerness to collaborate, and a drive to redefine what’s possible.
Our deep partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences amplifies our impact, enabling us to boldly innovate and share knowledge widely.
Full consideration date: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 11:59 PM (MT).
Signing bonus and/or relocation expenses may be available for eligible and successful candidates
Essential Job Duties
Interpret veterinary diagnostic imaging studies by reviewing radiographs, computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT), ultrasound, and other diagnostic imaging modalities to provide accurate, timely, and comprehensive diagnostic reports that support patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
Consult with clinicians by integrating diagnostic imaging findings with clinical history and ancillary diagnostic information, communicating results, discussing complex cases, and recommending additional imaging or diagnostic approaches to support high-quality patient care.
Provide diagnostic imaging services by participating in assigned imaging rotations, including image interpretation, ultrasound, and advanced imaging services, while meeting established turnaround times, quality standards, and customer service expectations for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Educate and mentor veterinary learners by providing clinical instruction and guidance to residents, interns, and veterinary students during diagnostic imaging rotations, fostering the development of diagnostic reasoning and imaging interpretation skills.
Contribute to the advancement of the diagnostic imaging service by participating in collaborative research, continuing education, outreach activities, and other scholarly or service initiatives as assigned or negotiated to support the mission of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support patient care, diagnostic imaging operations, educational programs, and the evolving needs of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment criminal background check (required for all new hires).
Essential Services Designation: required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Supervision
No formal supervisory authority.
Minimum Qualifications
A DVM or equivalent degree.
American College of Veterinary Radiology or European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging (ECVDI) board certification or eligibility by start date. Board eligible candidates will be expected to achieve certification within one year of employment.
Eligibility to obtain a State of Colorado Academic Veterinarian license.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated History of Excellence in Clinical Work
Demonstrated collegiality and contributions to a high-performance team.
Salary Range
$225,000 - $235,000 for 1.0 FTE
Required Application Documents
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Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.
The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.
Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Radiologist will provide specialized diagnostic imaging services, including the interpretation of radiographs, CT, and ultrasound studies to support patient care. Additionally, the role involves mentoring veterinary students, interns, and residents while contributing to the advancement of imaging through research and scholarly initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and possess board certification or eligibility from the American College of Veterinary Radiology or the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging. Applicants must also be eligible for a State of Colorado Academic Veterinarian license and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Radiology Career Context
In Colorado, the Veterinarian weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$131k (21 salary observations; 77 listings), vs ~$141k nationally (578 salary observations; 2,998 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$230k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $223k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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