Associate Veterinarian

Four Paws Animal Clinic; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary clinic in Columbia, SC as an Associate Veterinarian. You'll provide exceptional care to pets while collaborating with a dedicated team. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits, including mental health resources and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Employer-sponsored childcare

Discretionary funds

FREE CE courses

Pet perks

Qualifications

• Passion for quality medicine and wellness care.
• State Veterinary Board License required.
• Active DEA license or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable care and preventative visits.
• Foster strong client relationships.
• Support and mentor veterinarians.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Full Time

Four Paws Animal Clinic

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 will be a veterinarian with a passion for quality medicine and wellness care. They value a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, thrive in team-oriented environments, and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With excellent communication skills and a positive attitude, they foster strong client relationships and contribute to a supportive and cohesive workplace.

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, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

About the Hospital

Four Paws Animal Clinic is a general practice located in Columbia, South Carolina focusing on wellness exams, vaccinations, microchip implantation, puppy/kitten care, senior care, in-house diagnostics and laboratory, spay, neuter, mass removal, and other general practice services. Our hospital has a compassionate, professional team and we pride ourselves on our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare for pets and to helping the people who love them make informed decisions regarding their health. We are a team who share the belief that all pets are family members and deserve the best care. We are highly skilled, well-trained, and work a schedule that allows for a healthy work-life balance.

We are open Monday through Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm and Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm.

Serving Forest Acres and wider Columbia areas, we are located on the eastern border of the City of Columbia in South Carolina.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian

Support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.

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 pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• 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
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• 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 whether you're a vet technician, doctor, or in hospital leadership - at any point in your career.

Plus, we have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at [e-mail].

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 are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.