City: Lafayette
State: Colorado
Hospital Name: Mountain Ridge Animal Hospital in Lafayette
Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice
Employment Type: Permanent
Description & Requirements
Associate Veterinarian (3–4 Days/Week) – Mountain Ridge Animal Hospital
Lafayette, CO
Join a team where culture, longevity, and great medicine truly go hand in hand.
Mountain Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit, collaborative team. This is an opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive, family-oriented environment—where people stay, grow, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Why Mountain Ridge?
At Mountain Ridge, culture isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something we’ve built over time. We've created a stable, positive, and low-drama environment where relationships matter.
We take pride in delivering excellent care while maintaining a workplace where our team feels supported, valued, and connected.
About the Role
- Schedule: 3–4 days per week
- Collaborative GP setting with strong technician support
- Opportunity to practice a wide range of medicine with the support of an experienced team
- Ideal for a veterinarian who values teamwork, consistency, and a positive culture
Our Facility & Services
- AAHA-accredited hospital
- Spacious, modern 15,000 sq. ft. facility
- Full in-house diagnostic lab
- Digital radiology with board-certified radiologist review
- Advanced patient monitoring (ETCO2, ECG, BP, pulse oximetry, etc.)
- Double surgical suite for soft tissue procedures
- Cold laser therapy
- K9 Rehabilitation services
- Hydrotherapy with water treadmill
- Access to board-certified specialists for consultation
- Nearby referral network across all specialties
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary: $90,000 – $120,000 + production
- Flexible scheduling with strong work/life balance
- Employee pet discounts
- Paid time off
- CE allowance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Liability insurance and professional dues
Location Perks – Lafayette, CO
Nestled between Denver and Boulder, Lafayette offers the best of Colorado living—easy access to hiking, skiing, biking, and endless outdoor adventure, plus great schools, dining, and community feel.
Who We’re Looking For
- DVM or equivalent, licensed (or eligible) in Colorado
- Team-oriented and communicative
- Passionate about building client relationships and practicing quality medicine
- Someone who values culture, collaboration, and long-term fit
Join the Mountain Ridge Family
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to be part of a team that truly feels like home—we’d love to connect.
Accepting applications through 10/01/2026.