Cielo Grande Veterinary Center·Roswell, New Mexico
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical services, including scheduled wellness, sick appointments, and urgent care for companion animals, supported by experienced technicians and client service representatives. Doctors are expected to handle a busy caseload, utilize in-depth diagnostics, and potentially treat exotics if fully functional.
Practice Opened in April of 2017, Cielo Grande Veterinary Center is proud to serve the Roswell, NM area for everything pet-related.
We have a fantastic staff with decades of animal experience and we have a well equipped building so we can accomodate appointments and walk ins Monday through Friday.
Cielo Grande Veterinary Center is the highest rated veterinary hospital in Chaves County!
We primarily focus on companion animals, but won’t turn away an animal in need.
In order to serve our community, we take scheduled wellness and sick appointments while also always making urgent care services available.
Our doctors are supported by a remarkable team of experienced veterinary technicians and client service representatives.
Position Purpose Cielo Grande Veterinary Center is a busy, two-doctor practice in Roswell, NM looking for an Associate Veterinarian of any experience level to join our team.
We’re fast-paced, collaborative, and focused on providing high-quality medicine in a supportive environment where you can grow quickly and stay challenged in all the right ways.
Why You’ll Love Working Here Whether you’re a new grad or experienced doctor, you’ll benefit from strong mentorship, hands-on case exposure, and a team that genuinely enjoys teaching and working together.
Because of our location, we manage a wide variety of cases in-house - giving you the chance to build real confidence in diagnostics, treatment planning, and procedural skills early and often.
We're also welcome exotics experience!
As a newer hospital, we’re equipped with modern, high-performing technology that supports a wide range of services across diverse patients.
We welcome veterinarians of all experience levels and we're so sure you'll like our team that we've included a HUGE sign-on bonus and relocation reimbursement to back it up!
About the Area Roswell, New Mexico offers big skies, incredible stargazing, and all four seasons.
The community is active and vibrant, with frequent concerts, festivals, and a strong arts scene.
Outdoor recreation is a major highlight—skiing and snowboarding at Sierra Blanca, lakes for fishing and swimming, and nearby access to White Sands National Park and Lincoln National Forest.
What we are looking for Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset Passion for client education and high-quality care Eagerness to make an impact in a community-focused clinic Professional, friendly, and team-oriented Ready to take the next step in your career?We'd love to get to know you and show you what makes Cielo Grande Veterinary Center such a great place to work.
Apply today!
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 off (PTO) Bonus incentives Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance Retirement benefits (401(k) or Roth(k) with match) CE and licensure reimbursement Flexible work schedules Managing career path development Employee Assistance Program DVM Referral Program Relocation assistance available Pay Range USD $115,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.
Applicants must be a DVM or soon-to-be graduate with a valid license to practice in New Mexico, possessing strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a love for client education and animal medicine, and be eager to make an impact in a community-oriented clinic.
Market context
Veterinarian roles in New Mexico are often competitive because clinics need licensed DVMs who can communicate clearly, work well with support teams, and handle both patient care and client education. For this role, the sign-on bonus and competitive compensation may draw interest, so review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. If you are considering applying, confirm your New Mexico license status and highlight collaborative experience and community-focused care in your materials.