Practice Overview

South Platte Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Sheridan, CO, and surrounding areas. We offer a full range of veterinary services at affordable prices. Our services include vaccinations, spay and neuters, blood work, x-rays, dental services, general surgery, and routine veterinary services.

More about the Role

South Platte Veterinary Hospital | Sheridan, CO - Denver Metro

Love practicing veterinary medicine and ready for an opportunity to grow, lead, and make a bigger impact?

South Platte Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our multi-doctor practice. Whether you're already in leadership or considering your first managing role, this is an opportunity to keep practicing medicine while helping shape the future of the hospital.

What makes this opportunity worth exploring?

• Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
• $120,000-$140,000 base salary, plus production opportunities
• Dedicated monthly Managing Veterinarian stipend
• Relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits
• Experienced veterinary colleagues and a collaborative hospital team
• A meaningful voice in medical protocols, mentorship, and the hospital's direction

Get to Know South Platte

We're a full-service small-animal hospital offering preventive care, dentistry, surgery, and diagnostics. Our team takes pride in making veterinary care accessible and helping fearful and anxious pets feel more comfortable.

Our community connections include working with Colorado Pet Pantry and local rescues, as well as offering free exams for rescue-adopted dogs. We also work closely with a specialty hospital just a block away, providing a nearby resource for specialty referrals and collaboration.

What Would Your Role Look Like?

You'll practice alongside two seasoned veterinarians, care for patients, mentor colleagues, and help guide the hospital's medical direction. You'll partner with our practice manager on hospital priorities, with additional support from regional leadership and Heartland Veterinary Partners.

This is a chance to bring your ideas, build on the team's experience, and make a lasting contribution to a community-focused practice.

Ready to Explore Leadership?

You don't need to have held a Managing Veterinarian title to be a great fit. We welcome experienced veterinarians who enjoy collaboration, communicate openly, and want to help others grow.

Come lead, grow, and have some fun with us at South Platte Veterinary Hospital!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available