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Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Black Canyon Veterinary Clinic – Montrose, Colorado
Looking to practice great medicine and enjoy an incredible quality of life?
Black Canyon Veterinary Clinic is an AAHA-accredited, privately owned, 3-doctor mixed animal practice seeking a DVM to join our team on Colorado’s beautiful Western Slope. We offer the best of both worlds: meaningful, relationship-based veterinary medicine and unmatched access to the outdoors.
Living in Montrose means stepping into a lifestyle that’s hard to find anywhere else:
- Minutes from the breathtaking Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
- Easy access to skiing, hiking, mountain biking, hunting, and fishing
- Close to destinations like Telluride, Ridgway, and Ouray
- Wide open spaces, stunning views, and a strong sense of community
- A slower pace of life without sacrificing professional fulfillment
This is a place where you can leave the clinic and be on a trail, river, or mountain within minutes!
Black Canyon Veterinary Clinic is proud to be privately owned, allowing us to focus on what truly matters:
- Patient care over production quotas
- Flexibility and autonomy in how you practice medicine
- A supportive, drama-free team culture
We are a 3-doctor mixed animal practice with a highly trained and experienced support staff that allows our veterinarians to focus on doctor-level work.
Our services include:
- Small and large animal medicine
- Surgery and dentistry
- Preventive care
- Advanced diagnostics and treatment options
- Endoscopy
- Canine Reproduction
What You’ll Love About This Role
- 4-day work week – because your time matters
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Excellent benefits package, including:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- CE allowance professional dues
- Licensing support
- Employee pet care discounts
- A collaborative environment where your voice is valued
- The ability to practice a wide variety of medicine, customized to your preferences
Who We’re Looking For
- DVM (or equivalent) with eligibility for Colorado licensure
- Interest in mixed animal medicine (experience preferred, but mentorship available)
- A team-oriented, positive attitude
- Strong communication skills and a desire to build client relationships
- Someone who values both quality medicine and quality of life
At Black Canyon Veterinary Clinic, you’re not just joining a practice—you’re joining a team that believes in doing things the right way, supporting each other, and actually enjoying life outside of work.
If you’re ready for a career that balances professional growth, personal freedom, and a truly exceptional place to live, we’d love to connect.
Pay: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120,000 - $200,000