Criticalist

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is always looking for great people interested in working in a collaborative, high-energy veterinary emergency and specialty hospital.

Join our Denver area dream team of caring and collaborative veterinary professionals, dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their people with compassionate, committed care, 24/7/365.

We are growing a great culture where people are happy to spend their time working on things they care about, like animals, clients, a community, and each other.

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 Criticalist to join our 24/7/365 specialty and emergency hospital in beautiful Castle Rock, CO.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative Medicine – You’ll join a strong network of specialists and emergency veterinarians—working side-by-side to deliver the best outcomes for patients while building meaningful professional relationships.
• Advanced Critical Care & Monitoring – Manage complex, life-threatening conditions and trauma cases with access to advanced diagnostics, including 16-slice GE CT, digital radiology, and ultrasound, a dedicated ICU with 24/7/365 patient monitoring, and fully equipped surgical facilities. Collaborate with our ER doctors and veterinary specialists to deliver comprehensive care for critically ill patients.
• Support You Can Trust – With an experienced technical team, engaged leadership, and a hospital culture built on mentorship and growth, you can focus on emergency and critical care 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.

Our New Criticalist Will

• Be talented, energetic, and well-rounded.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Promote teamwork and inclusivity.
• Be empowered by a friendly work environment and talented support staff.
• Have availability to work some after hours and on-call shifts with a flexible schedule.
• Be ACVECC board-certified or board-qualified.

What We Offer

• 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

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is a privately owned, 24/7/365 emergency and specialty small animal hospital. Our state-of-the-art 10,000 sq. ft. hospital includes:

• 8 exam rooms, including a cat-specific exam room, plus a comfort room with a separate exit
• 3 surgical suites
• Endoscopy, Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy, and use of other advanced surgical techniques
• Ultrasound, digital radiography, and 16-slice GE CT
• Fully-equipped, in-house laboratory
• Pharmacy, including blood products
• And more!

About Castle Rock

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.