Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Pet perks

Job summary

Manchester Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner in Manchester, CT, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a full-time position. You will deliver high-quality medical care for dogs and cats, focusing on wellness visits, diagnostics, and routine surgical procedures while building strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate holds a DVM/VMD, is licensed, and committed to collaborative, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent required.
• Active State Veterinary Board License in good standing required.
• Active DEA license or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide canine and feline wellness and sick exams.
• Perform surgery, dentistry, diagnostics and routine care as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Client communication

Quality medicine

Wellness care

Education

DVM/VMD

Job description

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.

Description

Associate Veterinarian – Full Time

Manchester Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate will be a veterinarian with a passion for quality medicine and wellness care. They value a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, thrive in team-oriented environments, and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With excellent communication skills and a positive attitude, they foster strong client relationships and contribute to a supportive and cohesive workplace.

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.

About the Hospital

Manchester Veterinary Clinic is a small animal general practice hospital in Manchester, Connecticut, focusing on canine and felines 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.

We are open Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Serving Manchester, Bloomfield, East Hartford, Bolton, Coventry, South Windsor, and greater Hartford County.

Benefits

• 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

Compensation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $140,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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.