Associate Veterinarian

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to provide comprehensive care to pets in Arlington Heights. This full-time role offers a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development with a focus on community-oriented healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Student loan management tools

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent.
• Active DEA license required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services for pets including wellness and preventive care.
• Deliver reliable care and be a key point of contact for pet owners.
• Foster strong human-animal bonds and connect with the community.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Full-Time

Thrive- Arlington Heights

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.

At Thrive you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree
• 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.

About The Hospital

At Thrive Pet Healthcare - Arlington Heights, we offer primary care services for cats and dogs in the Northern Chicago suburbs of Illinois. We provide wellness and preventive care, surgery, vaccines, and diagnostic testing services.

Hours: Monday- Saturday 8-6

Neighborhoods We Serve: Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, Elk Grove, Des Plaines, Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Prospect Heights

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.

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
• 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
• Opportunities for growth in surgery, pet rehab, dentistry, oncology, ophthalmology, dermatology, and more!
• 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 base salary range of $120k-160k annually. 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.