Veterinarian - Emergency Medicine

Emergency Veterinarian

Offering up to $75,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation allowance if applicable.

You’ll hone your ability to triage and assess critical needs – with a team to back you up with support – and lean on our community to shift in schedule or role.

Willingness to care for sick and injured patients who arrive on an emergency basis, along with managing hospitalized patients.

Perform surgeries, provide critical care, and ensure a high level of service for all patients.

About the Hospital

Thrive Albuquerque is an emergency and specialty hospital located in the Albuquerque area, focusing on emergency medicine, critical care, and collaborative specialty support. Our hospital has a supportive, team‑based work environment and a high‑acuity client base. We pride ourselves on quality medicine, teamwork, and compassionate care. Flexibility, communication, and strong clinical judgment are all equally important. We are open emergency hours to support our community’s needs.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We’re a proud, excellence‑centered community committed to mutual success‑yours included. As a ThrivER – you’ll collaborate closely with specialists, keeping your skills sharp and medicine cutting‑edge. By integrating emergency expertise with full‑spectrum veterinary services, we’ve cracked the code on superior pet healthcare. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.

State Veterinary Board License – Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment, obtained prior to start date.

Experience in emergency medicine, including work experience, small animal rotating or emergency internships, is strongly recommended.

We believe in supporting people as individuals and designed our benefits to address all aspects of your well‑being. Here, you’ll have the quality of life (and work) to meet your unique needs.

Financial stability so that you feel confident in your future.

Mental health & well‑being, as we recognize and offer resources to alleviate the unique challenges that come with veterinary care.

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more! This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Relocation assistance available.

Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance too).

Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets.