Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Moving allowance

Lyra Health

Parental leave

Childcare & elder care

401(k) match

Pet discounts

Job summary

Thrive Hurst is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our small animal practice in Hurst, TX. We offer a collaborative team and a supportive work environment with Thrive's national resources behind you, ensuring compassionate, high-quality care for every patient.

Join us to provide preventive care, medical excellence, and a life‑long care approach to pets and their families in the Hurst area, backed by modern technology and a commitment to your professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required with licensure in the state of employment.
• Active State Veterinary Board License in good standing prior to start date.
• DEA license or eligibility required for controlled substances handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care across preventive and medical services.
• Deliver compassionate and evidence-based care with a focus on patient well-being.
• Coordinate with team to uphold Thrive's medical excellence and collaborative culture.
• Engage with clients to educate and support pet families throughout life stages.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD

State Veterinary Board License in good standing

DEA license or eligible

Job description

About Our Hospital

Thrive Hurst is a small animal practice located in Hurst, Texas. We provide high-quality, dedicated care for every patient. Our hospital has a collaborative team and is committed to a positive work environment. We pride ourselves on compassionate care and medical excellence. Join our tenured team of doctors, nursing staff, and compassionate front office team members to ensure your clients and patients are getting the best in veterinary medicine care. 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.

Thrive Hurst is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team in Hurst, TX.

We are open Monday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Serving Hurst, Euless, and Bedford, Texas.

About You

You’ll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care to preventive visits to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

The Ideal Candidate would be willing and able to uphold high standards of medical excellence and foster collaboration within our team environment.

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.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

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 professional and leadership growth. 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

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Moving Allowance
• 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

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

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 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.