
Associate Veterinarian
Westminster, COJob$88K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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The Associate Veterinarian completes appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures; treats patients; and communicates with clients about care, diagnoses, and treatment options. The role works with veterinary technicians and facility staff, maintains patient and client records, and follows CityVet policies and standards of care. A doctorate in veterinary medicine or foreign equivalent, a valid Colorado veterinarian license, and one year of related work experience are specified.
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Associate Veterinarian (Multiple openings): Complete, in a timely and accurate manner, all scheduled appointments, drop-off appointments, walk-in appointments, surgeries, treat and address wounds, dental surgeries, including monitoring the administration of anesthesia with the help of the Veterinary Technician (VT) team for all assigned patients. Aid in the admission and discharge of patients by communicating with clients through client education, both written and verbal, on all topics related to pet care, including but not limited to proper wound care, wellness protocols, illness, medication dosages and use, and expectations following surgery. Effectively administer proper patient triage protocols based on client and facilities needs and capabilities in a timely and effective manner. During exams, educate clients on wellness, preventative care, diagnostic approaches, treatment options, medications and surgeries with confidence and poise. Demonstrate proficiency in performing all common diagnostic procedures such as: radiographs, ultrasound, clinical pathology, and physical exam. Manage client communications regarding diagnosis and treatment of patients in a timely manner according to CityVet policies and procedures. Follow all policies, protocols, and standards of care as outlined by the CityVet Clinicians' Council and Home Office. Prepare and present treatment options and estimated costs to clients and ensure proper invoicing of delivered services and products once completed. Maintain current license to practice and DEA registration and adhere to all legal and ethical requirements to maintain that good standing (including any and all CE requirements). Work with the Partner/Lead Veterinarian and facility team to resolve customer complaints and arrive at appropriate resolutions in a timely and effective manner. Support the Veterinary Technician (VT) Team and facility staff as needed and maintain a positive and cooperative relationship with all CityVet team members. Preserve the security and safety of all clients, animals, team members, client information, facility and facility equipment by monitoring and correcting any unsafe conditions within the capabilities available. Maintain the highest standards of personal and professional appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and presentation according to CityVet policies and procedures. Maintain quality control of operations, client care, client service and client records during scheduled shifts. Complete all tasks as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Education Requirements: Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, or foreign equivalent, and valid Colorado state veterinarian license. Required Occupation Experience: One (1) year of related work experience. Any suitable combination of education, experience and training will be accepted. Work Location: CityVet, 10355 N Federal Blvd., Suite E, Westminster, CO 90260 $87,963/yr. Standard company benefits available. To apply, please visit cityvet.com/dvm-job-openings/{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} *and search for Associate Veterinarian in Westminster, Colorado. *
How this job compares
Set against the 2,385 open Veterinarian jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 1, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$88K/yr
- Colorado median$119–155K/yr51 salary ranges
- US median$108–155K/yr1,424 salary ranges
This rate, $88K, is 36% below the Colorado median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Veterinarian salary ranges in Colorado.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 63 open Veterinarian jobs in Colorado and 2,385 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Colorado
- Banfield Pet Hospital23 open
- VCA Animal Hospitals16 open
- Colorado State University8 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Veterinarian postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 200 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 1,799 of the 2,385 open Veterinarian jobs (75%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 1, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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