Small Animal Surgeon

Where Your Skills Save Lives Every Day

Castle Rock, Colorado

At Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies, every shift brings the opportunity to make a real difference—for pets, their families, and your team. We’re seeking a board-certified surgeon or a veterinarian who has completed surgery residency training (full-time or part-time) to join our growing 24/7/365 specialty and emergency hospital in beautiful Castle Rock, CO.

• Collaborative Medicine – You’ll join a strong network of specialist sand emergency veterinarians—working side-by-side to deliver the best outcomes for patients while building meaningful professional relationships.
• Advanced Surgical Tools & Cases – From minimally invasive surgery to fracture repair and soft tissue procedures, you’ll handle diverse and rewarding cases every week. Our 16-slice GE CT, in-house digital radiology, and ultrasound 7-days per week, plus 24-7 monitored, postoperative care for patients give you the tools you need to excel.
• Support You Can Trust – With an experienced technical team, engaged leadership, and a hospital culture built on mentorship and growth, you can focus on surgery while knowing your patients—and you—are fully supported.
• Colorado Lifestyle – Enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in your backyard, explore the charm of historic Castle Rock, or head into Denver for concerts, sports, and culture.

We’re looking for a surgeon who is:

• Talented, energetic, and well-rounded
• A strong communicator who thrives in a team environment
• Ready to contribute to a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect
• Available to work some after hours and on-call shifts with a flexible schedule
• Board-certified in small animal surgery or have completed veterinary surgery residency training

• Competitive, experience-based compensation
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO
• Annual CE allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Paid dues, licensing, and liability insurance
• Employee pet discount plans
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

10,000+ sq. ft. of state-of-the-art care, including:

• 8 exam rooms (including a cat-only exam room)
• 3 surgical suites
• Comfort room with separate exit
• In-house lab, pharmacy, and blood products
• Endoscopy, laparoscopy, arthroscopy
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound suite
• 16-slice GE CT

Castle Rock offers a “small-town feel” with big-city perks—award-winning schools, safe neighborhoods, and an abundance of outdoor recreation. Nestled between Denver and Colorado Springs, you’ll be minutes from the city, mountains, and world-class ski resorts.

Join our compassionate and collaborative team where your voice is heard and your expertise is valued.