Associate Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This role offers a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth in various specialties. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a valid state license. Join a mission-driven organization that values work-life balance and mental health support.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Student loan management tools

Qualifications

• State Veterinary Board License required.
• Must be in good standing for the state of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and support to pets.
• Participate in mentorship and training programs.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

DEA License

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Full-Time

Chicago, Illinois

$50k Hiring Bonus Plus $10k relocation assistance!

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

Your Pet's Wellness is a small but well-equipped practice with a devoted and highly skilled staff. Some of our in-house tools include digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, high-speed dental unit, ultrasound, in-house labs including CBC and chemistry, and state-of-the-art anesthetic monitoring equipment. We have a passion for teamwork and supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere.

We are located just North of Downtown Chicago at 2319 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 6064.

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for growth in dentistry, ophthalmology, dermatology, rehab, surgery, and more!

• 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. We also offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources, and more!

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. 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.