Associate Veterinarian

AAVMP; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Lyra Health mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Back-up care subsidies

CE courses

Pet perks and discounts

Job summary

4 Paws Pet Hospital in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a full-time Veterinarian to join our team. You’ll manage a diverse case mix—from wellness and preventive care to dentistry and soft tissue surgery—working alongside doctors with specialties in cardiology, internal medicine, and feline medicine.

This role offers a progressive compensation model with a base salary plus production, no negative accrual, and a clear path toward Medical Director.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience in general practice preferred
• State Veterinary Board License and in good standing for the hiring state
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• Demonstrated interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, or team development preferred
• Experience or interest in dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, or feline medicine a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse case mix from wellness to diagnostics, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery
• Collaborate with a team of doctors with specialties in cardiology, internal medicine, and feline medicine
• Contribute to clinic direction and strategic growth as a potential Medical Director

Skills

DVM / VMD

Clinical leadership

Dentistry interest

Surgery interest

Internal medicine interest

Education

DVM / VMD required

Job description

4 Paws Pet Hospital is looking for a full-time Veterinarian to join our team in Albuquerque, NM

About You

You're an experienced veterinarian who has built strong relationships with patients and their families--and you're ready for the next chapter. You don't just want to practice excellent medicine; you want to help shape a clinic's direction, partner with a growing team, and leave a lasting mark on your community.

At 4 Paws Pet Hospital, you will join a practice that has earned the trust of the Albuquerque community, with a 4.7-star rating from 548 Google reviews. You'll manage a diverse case mix-from wellness and preventive care to diagnostics, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery while working alongside a skilled team of doctors with specialties in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, and feline medicine.

This is an opportunity for a clinician ready to grow into a Medical Director role, contributing not only to the health of individual patients but also to the clinical culture, standards, and strategic direction of the practice.

Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities - plus, no negative accrual.

About 4 Paws Pet Hospital

4 Paws Pet Hospital is a well-established, community-rooted primary care practice in a highly desirable area of Albuquerque with over 10 years in business and a reputation for genuine, compassionate care. We see dogs and cats for the full spectrum of care.

Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art ultrasound and X-ray technology, enabling non-invasive, accurate diagnostics. We are one of the few veterinary clinics in Albuquerque with full dental X-ray capability.

We are open, Monday-Thursday, 8:0 AM to 5:30 PM, serving Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and Corrales, NM

Your Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience in general practice preferred
• 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
• Demonstrated interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, or team development strongly preferred
• Experience or interest in areas such as dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, or feline medicine a plus

Compensation & Benefits

The success of your patients matters to you--and your success matters to us. We offer a progressive compensation model with no negative accrual, plus a clear investment in your long-term professional growth. Annual ProSal full-time compensation starting at $130,000/year, negotiable based on credentials, experience

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:

• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance (short and long-term)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Personalized support for every family-forming journey
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

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!

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people-through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives-so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

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.