Associate Veterinarian

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 by 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. Responsibilities Provide reliable walk-in and outpatient care for pets with non-life-threatening conditions. Stay in close contact with primary veterinarians to ensure those patients return for ongoing care. Experience & Skills Requirements Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required. State Veterinary Board License in good standing in the state where hired, prior to the start date. Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible. Hours Regular hours: Monday – Wednesday 7:30 am – 8:00 pm; Thursday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm. Urgent Care hours: Monday – Wednesday 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 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, short- and long‑term disability plans, we offer: 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 Competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. No negative accrual. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full‑time range starting at $125 k/year. The actual salary offered will consider your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr