Associate Veterinarian

Description Associate Veterinarian, Urgent Care and Wellness Full Time Smith Veterinary Hospital About You This is a fantastic opportunity for a general practice veterinarian eager to tackle more complex cases, or an emergency veterinarian seeking a more predictable schedule and manageable workload. In this role, you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients, clients, and colleagues! From delivering reliable walk-in, outpatient care for pets with non-life‑threatening conditions that still need to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. 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 in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date. Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible Smith Veterinary Hospital is looking for an Urgent Care & Wellness Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. About The Hospital Smith Veterinary Hospital is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, focusing on primary and emergency care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets. We offer scheduled appointments, with limited same‑day appointments where available, and pride ourselves on teamwork and collaboration. The Urgent Care department has been designed to meet a key need in our community and hospital. We aim to provide efficient, compassionate care to patients with non‑critical conditions so that they receive great care without the wait! In the Urgent Care department, we offerwalk‑insand appointments for various conditions.We stay in close contact with the primary veterinarians to ensure those patients return for ongoing care with their family vet. We are open Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm, Thursday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:00 pm Urgent Care Hours: Monday - Wednesday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Serving Sante Fe neighborhoods Provide your best care as a veterinarian at Thrive Pet Healthcare. 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 wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members: Competitive compensation Generous sign on bonus Comprehensive health benefits 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 401(k) match 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! Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full‑time range starting at $125k/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 celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging. #J-18808-Ljbffr