Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, life, and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Professional development support

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Palm Harbor, FL is seeking a full-time Veterinarian to provide exceptional care and support for pets and their families. In this role, you will build strong relationships within the community and work in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to compassionate veterinary medicine.

We offer competitive pay, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join our team and help shape the future of pet care with a focus on collaboration and growth.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board license in good standing for the state of hire before start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide gold-standard care to dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and support their pets' health.
• Work alongside a supportive team in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Client relationship building

Compassionate care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Veterinarian – Day & Evening Pet Hospital & Surgical Center

Day & Evening Pet Hospital & Surgical Center is looking for a full‑time Veterinarian to join our team in Palm Harbor, FL.

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.

Practice Overview

We’re a primary-care practice with an urgent‑care component located in Palm Harbor, Florida. The practice focuses on providing gold‑standard care to dogs, cats, and exotics/pocket pets in a state‑of‑the‑art facility. The hospital has a collaborative culture, a strong client base, and a growth mindset.

Schedule & Location

Clinic hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 am–8:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am–2:00 pm. The hospital serves the Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Holiday, Dunedin, Oldsmar, Clearwater, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board license in good standing for the state of hire before start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligibility.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production compensation opportunities and no negative accrual.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid parental leave.
• Pet‑parent leave for adopting a pet.
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care.
• Professional development support (free CE courses, mentoring, training programs).
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.
• Student loan support tools and assistance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Day & Evening Pet Hospital & Surgical Center celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.