Associate Veterinarian

AAOE - American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives; Dracut, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service-discs

Free CE courses

Student loan support tools

Job summary

Wignall Animal Hospital in Dracut, Massachusetts seeks a full-time Veterinarian to join our team. You will care for cats and dogs, collaborate with a dedicated team, and deliver compassionate care across all life stages.

We value high-quality medicine and client relationships, with a progressive compensation model including production-based pay and no negative accrual. Join us to grow as a veterinarian and leader.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree is required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing is required prior to start date.
• Active DEA license or eligibility for licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Care for pets throughout all life stages.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to provide best medicine and client experience.
• Deliver high-quality medicine and compassionate care in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

State license

DEA license

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

Wignall Animal Hospital is looking for a full-time Veterinarian to join our team in Dracut, Massachusetts.

About You

You can care for pets throughout every stage of their lives, build lasting relationships with clients, and become a trusted part of the local community. You'll work alongside a supportive team in a collaborative environment that values high-quality medicine and compassionate care. You'll be empowered to focus on what matters most, delivering exceptional care and supporting the health and well-being of every patient. Wherever you are in your career, this is a place where you can continue to grow as both a veterinarian and a leader.

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

You're willing and able to work in a fast paced environment, taking charge and responsibility of your patient's care while collaborating with other veterinarians and support staff to provide best medicine and client experience.

About Wignall Animal Hospital

At Wignall Animal Hospital, we offer primary care and boarding services for cats and dogs in Dracut, Lowell, and Pelham, MA. We specialize in preventative and urgent care medicine, dental care, general surgery, and laser therapy. We also provide daycare services for dogs. We are proud to be an AAHA accredited practice.

We are proud to offer orthopedic surgery with a board-certified surgeon, abdominal ultrasounds performed by an internal medicine specialist, and echocardiograms performed by a board certified cardiologist. We also offer laser therapy in-house and acupuncture via our sister hospital in the next town over. We offer Thrive Plus Membership to help clients manage cost of pet care and provide peace of mind. We are a low stress handling practice that uses positive reinforcement to helps pets be less nervous and anxious.

We are open Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 7:00pm and Saturday from 8:00am - 5:00pm, proudly serving the Dracut, Lowell and Pelham areas.

Your Experience & Skills

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

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

*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 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!

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 PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

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.