Veterinarian Jobs in Colorado

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive small animal care, including wellness, diagnostics, internal medicine, and medical case management....

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We are actively seeking veterinarians with a minimum of 5 years of experience; however, we remain open to candidates of all experience levels, prioritizing the ideal fit for our team....

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The position suits a veterinarian who is calm under pressure and enjoys emergency medicine in a fast-paced setting....

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North Springs Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian to join our team in Colorado Springs....

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Seeking Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Veterinary Radiologist in Colorado Springs, CO North Springs Veterinary Referral Center, a privately owned 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital in...

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We offer our Veterinarians: Base salary of $125,000-150,000 plus 22% monthly production. No negative accrual.  Equity available!...

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Are you an experienced veterinarian with a love for urgent care medicine and a desire to lead?   ...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Monument View Veterinary Hospital
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 2 days ago

Associate Veterinarian - Monument View Veterinary Hospital - Grand Junction, Colorado New Grads Welcome to Apply!...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Littleton West Animal Hospital
  • Littleton, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 2 days ago

Associate Veterinarian - Littleton West Animal Hospital - Littleton, Colorado Littleton, CO, offers a perfect blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience, making it an ideal place to live, work,...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • The Pet Wellness Clinic
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

We're open to veterinarians of all experience levels, including recent graduates. Must be licensed (or able to become licensed) in Colorado for consideration....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Alta Vista Animal Hospital
  • Montrose, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Montrose, CO
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a full-time or part-time veterinarian. We offer flexible scheduling and have a need for Friday availability....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Animal Dental Clinic
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago

Associate Veterinarian - Animal Dental Clinic (Aurora, CO) The Animal Dental Clinic is a trusted and specialized veterinary clinic dedicated solely to providing exceptional dental care for pets in Aurora...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Companion Animal Veterinary Hospital
  • Centennial, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Centennial, CO
  • 2 days ago

Our services mainly include routine, soft tissue procedures and dentistry, however, we're also well-equipped to perform minor orthopedic services and laser therapy treatments....

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Managing Veterinarian

  • The Valley Veterinary Hospital
  • Rifle, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Rifle, CO
  • 1 day ago

High Base Salary and No Negative Accrual offered ***Hospital Buy-In Potential Available*** The Valley Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Managing Veterinarian | Medical Director to join our team....

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Colorado offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
High School or GED
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Some College
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Colorado
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%


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