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📍 Fort Collins, CO·Posted 167d ago

💰 Avg $101.46k–$166.12kFull-TimeHealth InsuranceDental & Vision401k MatchPTO / Paid Time OffCE AllowanceLicense & Dues PaidWork-Life Balance

Associate Veterinarian – Friendship Hospital for Animals

Fort Collins, Colorado

At Friendship Hospital for Animals, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with great people.

We're a well-established, 6-doctor small animal practice in beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado, seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and supportive team. Since 1997, we've built a reputation for exceptional patient care, strong client relationships, and a workplace culture where veterinarians can thrive both professionally and personally.

Whether you enjoy preventive care, dentistry, urgent care, surgery, or developing long-term client relationships, you'll find the support, tools, and flexibility to practice medicine your way.

Why Friendship?

Fear Free-focused practice
Collaborative team of experienced veterinarians and highly skilled support staff
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable careers
No on-call responsibilities
Diverse caseload including preventive care, dentistry, surgery, urgent care, and some exotics
Modern facility with digital radiology, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, dedicated dental suite, and advanced diagnostic capabilities
Clinical autonomy supported by a collaborative team environment

As part of NVA, you'll also have access to a unique "Mentorship to Ownership" philosophy that supports veterinarians throughout every stage of their career. Whether you're looking to sharpen your clinical skills, develop leadership capabilities, mentor future veterinarians, pursue medical interests, or explore future ownership opportunities, you'll have the resources and support to create a career path that's uniquely yours.

For veterinarians interested in leadership, Friendship offers the opportunity to grow into roles such as Medical Director, mentor, or hospital leader while continuing to practice high-quality medicine alongside a team you enjoy working with.

What You'll Love

Loyal clients who value quality medicine and long-term relationships
Experienced technicians and support staff who help you practice efficiently
A positive, team-oriented culture where collaboration is encouraged
Mentorship, professional development, and continuing education support
Leadership that values your voice, well-being, and career goals

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive base salary of $120,000–$140,000 plus production, based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, HSA, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid vacation and sick leave
CE allowance plus dedicated CE time
License and professional dues reimbursement
VIN and Plumb's memberships
Uniform allowance and additional employee discounts

About You

DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Colorado
Passionate about delivering high-quality medicine and client service
Strong communicator and collaborative team member
Interested in continued professional growth and development
Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

If you're looking for a hospital where you can practice excellent medicine, build meaningful relationships, enjoy the Colorado lifestyle, and have a clear pathway for future growth, we'd love to meet you.

Join the Friendship family and build a career—and future—you'll love.

Accepting Applications through October 1st, 2026.