Associate Veterinarian
Thrive Pet Healthcare
Associate Veterinarian
Small Paws Pet Hospital
About You
You'll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care, to preventative visits, to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.
The ideal candidate would be willing and able to uphold high standards of medical excellence, provide mentorship, and foster collaboration within our team environment. Excellent surgery skills are all equally important. This position offers the opportunity for leadership and professional development.
Now offering commuter stipend
Experience & Skills Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
- State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state where they intend to be hired, before their start date.
- Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
About the Hospital
Small Paws Pet Hospital is a general practice located in San Francisco, CA, focusing on small dogs and cats. We have a well-equipped facility with a devoted and highly skilled staff. We pride ourselves on putting our patients first, providing positive reinforcement, and open and honest communication.
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, no on-call or evenings
Serving San Francisco, Daly City, and the Bay Area.
Located just a few blocks from Ocean Beach, you can enjoy a walk along the coast pre- or post your shift, and our hospital is easily accessible via the Muni Metro L Line.
Whether you're a longtime resident or moving to San Francisco for a new opportunity, the city provides a lifestyle that fosters both professional growth and personal well-being. With a vibrant food scene, plenty of outdoor activities, and a rich arts culture, there's something for everyone here.
Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you'll care for a pet's whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds and connect with your local community — all while backed by our coast-to-coast support. Thrive's full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets' health and well-being. We'll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.
The success of your patients' care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.
Benefits – our care in action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial well-being. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
- Paid parental and purr-ental leave
- Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
- Personalized care for every family-forming journey
- Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
- Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
- Student loan management tools and assistance
Thrive's Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.
Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!
To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io.
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $ 1 50 /year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive
Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.
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