Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation allowance

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) match

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Rochester, NY, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to provide exceptional care for pets. The role involves conducting wellness and sick appointments, performing surgeries, and managing diagnostics.

Compensation is negotiable, starting from $120,000/year, with benefits including a signing bonus, health insurance, and a supportive team culture. If you are passionate about pet health and eager to join a thriving community, apply today!

Qualifications

• Willing to provide wellness and sick appointments.
• Ability to perform surgeries, diagnostics, and dental services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable care to pets year after year.
• Conduct preventive visits and consultations.

Skills

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Active DEA license

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Description

Associate Veterinarian | Full Time

Companion Animal Hospital | Signing Bonus

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.

The Ideal Candidate would be willing and able to provide wellness and sick appointments and perform surgeries, diagnostics, and dental services.

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 before their start date.
• An active DEA license or DEA licensure is eligible.

Companion Animal Hospital is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

At Companion Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, 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.

About The Hospital

Companion Animal Hospital is a small animal general practice hospital in Rochester, New York. We focus on canine and feline wellness, sick exams, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and behavioral medicine. Our hospital offers a healthy work environment where we invest in the future of all staff members to reach their long‑term professional goals. Our clients are trusting and want the best care for their furry family members. We live by our fundamental values of trust, care, thinking, owning it, learning, and growing. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are all equally important.

We are open Monday and Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Serving Brighton, Chili, Rochester, and West Henrietta, New York.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

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
• Relocation allowance
• Signing 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!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at [email protected].

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full‑time range starting at $120,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive

Vet‑found 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.