Associate Veterinarian

Manchester Veterinary Clinic; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional care to pets, focusing on wellness and sick appointments, as well as performing surgeries and diagnostics. With a supportive environment and a commitment to professional growth, you will thrive in a setting that values strong communication and a positive attitude. The clinic is deeply rooted in the community, providing a rewarding experience as you foster lasting relationships with pet owners. Join a team that prioritizes your development and well-being while making a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Pet perks and discounts

Student loan management assistance

Employer-sponsored childcare

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent required; must have a State Veterinary Board License.
• Active DEA license or eligible for DEA licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and sick appointments for pets.
• Perform surgeries, diagnostics, and dental services.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Diagnostics

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Tools

DEA License

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:

• 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 are trusting and want the best care for their furry family members. We live by our fundamental values of trust, care, thinking, owning it, learning, and growing. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are all equally important.

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 — 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 growth as a professional and leader.

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

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 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 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.

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!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to 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 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.