What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian position at Atlas Consultancy Group?
Small animal general practice in Thornton, Colorado is hiring a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian.
This is a two-doctor hospital that sees a steady mix of preventative care, internal medicine, dentistry, and routine surgery. The practice has been part of the Thornton community for years and is the type of clinic clients return to year after year because they know the team and trust the care their pets receive. Appointments are primarily dogs and cats, with occasional exotic cases depending on doctor interest.
The hospital is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, and a full in-house lab, which means most workups can be handled without sending patients elsewhere. Dentistry and soft tissue surgery are a regular part of the schedule. Boarding and daycare are also offered on site, which creates consistent patient relationships and continuity of care.
The veterinary team works closely with experienced technicians and support staff who keep the day moving and allow doctors to focus on medicine rather than logistics. Case discussions happen naturally throughout the day and newer doctors have access to experienced colleagues when they want another perspective. Scheduling is structured to allow doctors time to actually work cases up rather than rush through appointments.
The hospital sits just north of Denver in Thornton, an area that offers easy access to the city as well as the mountains. Many of the team members spend their free time hiking, skiing, or getting outdoors, which tends to be part of daily life in this part of Colorado.
Key highlights
• Two-doctor small animal hospital with an established client base
• Mix of wellness, internal medicine, dentistry, and routine surgery
• Digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, and full in-house lab
• Dentistry and soft tissue surgery performed routinely in-house
• Experienced technicians and support staff who keep appointments running smoothly
• On-site boarding and daycare that creates continuity with patients and clients
• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time options
• Base salary typically between $110,000 and $130,000 depending on experience, plus production
About you
• DVM or VMD with eligibility for a Colorado veterinary license
• Comfortable with general practice medicine and routine surgery
• Interested in practicing thoughtful medicine rather than rushing through appointments
• Communicates clearly with clients about diagnostics and treatment plans
• Works well with technicians and values a team approach to patient care
• Open to seeing a varied caseload and building long-term client relationships
Benefits
• Competitive base salary with production opportunity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE time
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Licensing and professional membership reimbursement
• Employee pet care discounts
• Sign-on and relocation support where applicable
• Paid parental leave
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000