Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with match

Lyra Health therapy

Paid parental leave

Pet parental leave

Backup childcare

Fertility discounts

Free CE courses

Pet perks & discounts

Student loan support

Job summary

Thrive Decatur invites an experienced veterinarian to join our Decatur, GA team in a full-time role. You will practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative environment, manage diverse caseloads, and contribute ownership of cases while mentoring and supporting colleagues.

Thrive offers competitive pay with production-based compensation, a supportive culture, and full benefits through Thrive Pet Healthcare. Join a growing network committed to outstanding patient care and client experiences.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD required and in good standing.
• State Veterinary Board license and clean standing for the hired state.
• Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Previous experience in a general practice or similar clinical environment.
• Ability to manage medical cases independently with collaborative support.
• Strong communication to deliver excellent client and patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse clinical cases and provide high-quality medical care.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Build and maintain strong client and patient relationships.
• Serve as a trusted resource for clients and colleagues in a team-based hospital.

Skills

DVM / VMD

State license

DEA license

General practice experience

Independent case management

Strong communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Thrive Decatur is looking for an experienced, full-time Veterinarian to join our team in Decatur, GA!

About You: You’ve built a strong foundation in veterinary medicine and are ready for an opportunity where you can put that experience to work while continuing to grow. You’re confident managing a diverse caseload, value collaboration, and understand the importance of building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

At Thrive Decatur, you’ll have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine alongside a supportive team while bringing your own experience, perspective, and clinical interests to the hospital. We’re looking for a veterinarian who enjoys being part of a team, is comfortable taking ownership of cases, and can serve as a trusted resource for both clients and colleagues.

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

About Thrive Decatur

Located just outside of Atlanta, Thrive Decatur is a small-animal primary care practice serving dogs, cats, and the families who love them throughout Decatur and the surrounding Atlanta communities. Our hospital focuses on accessible, relationship-based veterinary care while giving doctors the tools and support they need to practice quality medicine.

Our team provides comprehensive general practice care, including wellness and preventive medicine, vaccinations, sick-patient care, routine diagnostics, dentistry, and surgery. With an established client base and a varied caseload, our doctors have the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients while continuing to strengthen their medical and surgical skills.

For an experienced veterinarian, Thrive Decatur offers the opportunity to step into a practice where your knowledge and clinical judgment are valued. You’ll have the ability to contribute to the continued growth of the hospital, collaborate with your team, and help shape an environment centered around excellent medicine, strong client relationships, and a positive team culture.

We are open Monday - Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and closed Sunday.

Our Decatur location also offers the advantage of being part of the greater Atlanta veterinary community while maintaining the feel of a neighborhood practice. Decatur combines easy access to Atlanta with its own vibrant community, local restaurants and shops, parks, and established neighborhoods, making it an appealing place to build both a career and a life.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll have the support of a nationwide veterinary community while still having the opportunity to make an impact within your local hospital. Thrive provides access to professional development, continuing education, leadership resources, and a connected network of veterinary professionals across primary, emergency, and specialty medicine.

Your Experience & Skills

• 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
• Previous experience practicing as a veterinarian in a general practice or similar clinical environment required
• Confidence managing medical cases independently while collaborating with colleagues when needed
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to creating an exceptional experience for clients, patients, and team members

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 easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• 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 development 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 comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, leadership development opportunities, 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 Plus™ membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler, giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.

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.