Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Care; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elder

Fertility and family planning network

FREE CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary service

Job summary

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital in Potomac, Maryland, part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our team. You will work in a collaborative, client-focused environment delivering high-quality care for dogs and cats.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll benefit from a progressive compensation model, physician mentorship opportunities, and access to a broad network of veterinary professionals.

Qualifications

• DVM / VMD or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing before start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Education

DVM / VMD or equivalent

Job description

Description

Associate Veterinarian | Full Time

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital | Potomac, Maryland

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full-time Veterinarian to join our team in Potomac, Maryland, as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

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 an experienced veterinary team in a collaborative environment that values high-quality medicine and compassionate care. You'll have the opportunity to practice comprehensive small animal medicine while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or looking to continue developing your clinical skills, Falls Road Veterinary Hospital offers an environment where you can grow professionally while practicing medicine with confidence. You'll be supported by a team that values collaboration, communication, and individualized patient care.

Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities, plus, no negative accrual.

About Falls Road Veterinary Hospital

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital proudly serves pets and families throughout Potomac, Maryland, and the surrounding Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Our established, multi-doctor practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, with a focus on preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and long-term patient wellness.

Our hospital offers a wide range of services, including wellness and illness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and surgical procedures. We also provide grooming, boarding, and daycare services, allowing us to support pets and their families beyond traditional veterinary visits.

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, you'll join an experienced team of veterinarians with diverse clinical interests, including internal medicine, ultrasonography, and soft tissue surgery. Our collaborative approach encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth while ensuring every patient receives thoughtful, individualized care. We take pride in the relationships we've built with our clients and the trust they place in our team.

Our hospital is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday hours are reserved for boarding drop-offs and pickups only.

Located in Potomac, Maryland, Falls Road Veterinary Hospital offers the opportunity to work in one of Montgomery County's most desirable communities. Just outside Washington, D.C., Potomac provides convenient access to Bethesda, Rockville, and Northern Virginia while offering beautiful parks, scenic trails, and a welcoming suburban atmosphere. With the Potomac River and Great Falls Park nearby, the area offers an excellent balance of outdoor recreation and metropolitan amenities.

As a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, Falls Road Veterinary Hospital offers the best of both worlds: a locally rooted hospital backed by Thrive's national resources, professional development opportunities, and collaborative network of veterinary professionals.

Your Experience & Skills

• 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

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Benefits

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 pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discountsStudent loan support tools and assistance
• Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

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

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Its nationwide network of primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care.

Thrive invests in its people through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy, and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler, giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.

Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

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.