Associate Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary clinic in Manchester, Connecticut as an Associate Veterinarian. You'll provide comprehensive care for pets, perform surgeries, and ensure their health and well-being. The clinic values strong communication skills and offers a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

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

• Willing to provide wellness and sick appointments.
• Perform surgeries, diagnostics, and dental services.

Responsibilities

• Care for pets year after year.
• Deliver reliable care and preventative visits.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Full Time

Manchester Veterinary Clinic

$50,000 sign-on bonus!

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 would be willing and able to provide wellness and sick appointments, perform surgeries, diagnostics, and dental services.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Full-time or Part-time positions available.
• 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.

Manchester Veterinary Clinic is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

At Manchester Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. 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.

About The Hospital

Manchester Veterinary Clinic is a small animal general practice hospital in Manchester, Connecticut, focusing on canine and feline wellness and sick exams, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and more. Our hospital offers a healthy work environment where we invest in the future of all staff members to reach their long-term professional goals. Our clients trust us to provide the best care for their furry family members. We value trust, care, thinking, ownership, learning, and growth. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential.

We are open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Serving East Hartford, Manchester, Bolton, Coventry, and South Windsor, Connecticut.

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—backed by coast-to-coast support. Thrive offers operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training to help you focus on providing exceptional pet care. We invest in your growth as a professional and leader.

The success of your patients' care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production opportunities and no negative accrual.

Benefits - Our Care in Action

Thrive offers a range of benefits supporting emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to health, life insurance, and disability plans, eligible team members receive:

• Competitive compensation
• 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 family-forming journeys
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Our Medical Excellence and Education Department provides training and mentorship programs, including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, RACE-accredited dental education, and safety resources.

To learn more or apply, contact 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 improve pet well-being through medical excellence, technology, and community.

We support general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care hospitals, helping them maintain their unique identities while benefiting from Thrive's extensive resources.

We believe supporting our people is key to helping pets thrive at every life stage.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We offer professional development, a supportive work environment, and 24/7 mental health support.

We celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where all team members feel empowered and valued.