Ambulatory Equine Urgent Care Veterinarian

Job Overview

Front Range Equine Urgent Care Berthoud, Colorado | 1 Full‑Time or 2 Part‑Time | Emergency & Ambulatory

Front Range Equine Urgent Care (FREUC) is seeking a passionate, confident full‑time Equine Veterinarian or two part‑time Equine Veterinarians to join our growing ambulatory urgent care practice in beautiful Northern Colorado.

We are an emergency‑only, ambulatory practice, providing high‑quality field‑based urgent care between 5:00 AM and 10:00 PM, 7 days a week. FREUC fills a critical need by supporting horse owners when their primary veterinarian is unavailable, and we prioritize collaborative communication to ensure smooth transitions and follow‑up care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality field‑based urgent care from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, 7 days per week.
• Handle equine emergencies independently in the field and make critical care decisions.
• Communicate effectively with the FREUC team, horse owners, and referring veterinarians.
• Document and follow‑through on cases in a detail‑oriented and self‑directed manner.
• Participate in triage and acute case management.

Ideal Candidate

• Confident in handling equine emergencies independently in the field and making critical care decisions.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Professional and compassionate under pressure.
• Detail‑oriented and self‑directed in documentation and follow‑through.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado.
• Equine internship preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• SIMPLE IRA 3% Match.
• Bonus based on performance.
• Employee discounts.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Parental leave.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling within fixed daily hours (5:00 AM – 10:00 PM).
• Supportive team culture with streamlined case management.
• A unique, modern approach to equine emergency medicine.
• Mentorship — whether you’re a newer graduate or returning to equine practice, we’re here to help you thrive.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and caseload.

Compensation & Benefits

Employee Option

Full‑Time Employee Benefits

• Competitive base salary with potential for 25% production bonus.
• SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% employer match.
• $2,500 annual CE stipend.
• Paid AVMA, AAEP, CVMA dues.
• CO and DEA license fees.
• Paid AVMA professional liability, long‑term disability, and workers’ comp insurance.
• Fully equipped and insured vehicle.
• Sick PTO — 6 days of paid sick leave, compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Eligibility to participate in THATCH Health Insurance Program.
• Paid Colorado FAMLI and paid parental leave.

Part‑Time Employee Benefits

• Per‑diem salary with potential for 25% production bonus.
• Fully equipped and insured vehicle.
• SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% employer match.
• $1,000 annual CE stipend.
• Eligible for 50% of the listed benefits:
• AVMA, AAEP, CVMA dues.
• CO and DEA license fees.
• Paid AVMA professional liability, long‑term disability, and workers’ comp insurance.
• Eligibility to participate in THATCH Health Insurance Program.
• Participation in Colorado FAMLI.
• Sick PTO — sick leave compliant with Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.