Associate Veterinarian - Austin Bluffs Animal Clinic

Austin Bluffs Animal Clinic•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Bluffs Animal Clinic, an AAHA-accredited small-animal practice in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. The clinic is a busy, three-doctor practice with a modern facility, current technology, and an experienced support team of assistants, receptionists, and certified veterinary technicians. The position is suitable for an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate; new graduates can receive support through the clinic’s AAHA-accredited mentorship program, which includes no single-doctor days. The clinic emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care, collaboration, strong medical standards, and work-life balance. Veterinarians also work with specialists when needed to provide additional services. The Associate Veterinarian supports the quality of veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and productivity of the medical team. The Principal Doctor and Practice Manager provide leadership to help the Associate Doctor support the hospital environment, medical quality, and business performance. The role is performed onsite at the hospital or at an approved offsite event; remote work is not available. Full-time positions with benefits are offered at 30 hours per week, with flexible schedules tailored to individual needs.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
State Veterinary Board License; must be in good standing in the state(s) of employment on the first day of work.
Maintain appropriate medical record documentation and comply with applicable veterinary practice and controlled-substance laws.
Demonstrate integrity and ethics, accountability, motivation, and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Stay current with veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills.
Provide consistent, high-quality care and remain action-oriented, with the ability to set priorities.
Work effectively in an extremely fast-paced environment while remaining calm and resilient.
Learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems.
Possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Current USDA Accreditation.
Experience as a veterinarian; the role is also open to passionate recent graduates.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, high-quality veterinary care and safe, exceptional medical services while supporting a positive hospital environment and business performance.
Follow WellHaven protocols and practices and oversee employees in support of practice goals.
Collaborate with the Principal Doctor on development plans aligned with hospital objectives.
Practice in compliance with applicable veterinary practice acts, controlled-substance laws, and the WellHaven Code of Ethics.
Maintain thorough, accurate medical records and meet hospital quality-control standards.
Communicate comprehensively with clients in person, by phone, and by email as needed.
Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects.
Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
Advocate for client service and patient well-being.
Provide medical training to support staff and train, lead, or manage support staff as required.
Deliver professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service; communicate and organize effectively with clients and the veterinary team.
Adapt to individual client needs and resolve customer complaints as appropriate.
Lead and guide the team in meeting DEA, OSHA, and company safety standards and regulations.
Perform other assigned job duties.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus or relocation assistance may be available; applicants are invited to ask about them.
Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
No non-compete restrictions.
Flexible schedules tailored to individual needs; full-time equivalent is 30 hours weekly.
220 annual hours of paid time off for full-time employees, including 120 accruing PTO hours, 70 calendar holiday PTO hours, 30 CE PTO hours, and sick pay.
Flexible continuing education allowance.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance.
Health Savings Account with an annual company deposit of $650–$1,250.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) with company match.
DEA and state-license expenses covered.
Professional liability insurance included.
Mobility Assistance Program and licensing-obtainment support.
White-Glove Support.