Elk Park Animal Hospital- Eastern and Western Medicine for Mixed Animal is hiring a veterinarian, DVM.  We offer compassionate care utilizing traditional, Western, and Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, for companion pets, livestock, horses, alpacas, and exotic wildlife such as elk.

THE CLINIC:

Elk Park Animal Hospital, a longstanding community fixture, is one of the largest and busiest facilities in the area. With over 3,700 sq. ft. of organized indoor space featuring three exam rooms, we offer essential services five days a week, including on-call and mobile assistance for large animals and emergencies. Our comprehensive services encompass digital radiology, cold laser therapy, orthopedic surgery, dentistry, cutting-edge diagnostics, and a complete pharmacy. We also provide Chinese medicine, acupuncture, physical therapy, and herbal medicine.

THE TEAM:

Our talking bird warmly greets patients with hilarious comments in our lobby, setting a cheerful tone. Our dedicated team of two techs per doctor provides remarkable support. Dr. Thompson has established a trusted foundation in high-quality holistic medicine, seamlessly integrating Eastern Chinese medicine with traditional Western medicine. A frequent lecturer at the Chi Institute of Traditional Veterinary Medicine in Florida, he would like to pass on his knowledge and mentor any veterinarian who is interested in learning more about these modalities.

THE LOCATION:

Make Pagosa Springs your career home! Enjoy 300 days of sunshine with four distinct seasons. The town has a community feel but also attracts global visitors for its natural hot springs, waterfalls, skiing, dog sledding, mountain biking, lakes, hot air ballooning, wildlife, horseback and ATV trail riding, and camping, as well as a vibrant arts and theater scene. Additionally, Pagosa Springs is home to the Parelli Natural Horsemanship program!

• The Springs Resort & Spa (2 min.): World-renowned mineral hot springs and resort.
• San Juan National Forest (14 min.): Lake swimming, hiking, mountain biking, snow, river floating, waterfalls.
• Pagosa Springs Golf Club (4 min.)
• Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park (4 min.): Horseback ride through the park and see mountain lions, bears, elk, wolves, porcupines, and an emu!
• Dog sledding (4 min.): Ski resort dog sledding adventures
• Wolf Creek Ski area: ski, snowmobile, snowboard!
• Parelli Natural Horsemanship (7 min.): Famous horsemanship programs
• Echo, Capote Lake, Navajo Reservoir, and many more to explore (within 1 hour): Boating, camping, fishing.

COMPENSATION:

• We pay a competitive base salary and production percentage.
• Opportunity to share your unique total compensation asks that include, PTO, production, CE, relocation, student loan re-payment, etc. and we'll work to make an offer as specific to that ask as possible.

BENEFITS:

• Very competitive and flexible salary packages.
• Bonuses and incentives
• Health Benefits (HSA, FSA, Wellness, Mental Health, Virtual Visits, Medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• CE programs with additional PTO
• Student Loan repayment contribution options
• Flexible Schedule
• Flexibility to practice medicine the way you see fit.
• Relocation options
• Commuter Benefits
• Income protection, Life Insurance, supplemental protection

Connect with me directly at: [email protected]

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. 

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.