Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; West Bountiful (UT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Lyra mental health support

Student loan management

Continued career development

Sign-On Bonus up to $50,000

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for its West Bountiful location. The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $180,000 and a 4-day work week with no weekend hours. In addition to excellent compensation, the clinic emphasizes mentorship through a structured clinical program and fosters a team-oriented environment.

Enjoy an outdoor lifestyle with access to skiing, dog-friendly trails, and urban amenities in Salt Lake City while maintaining high AAHA standards and providing advanced veterinary care.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree required.
• Must have an active (or pending) Utah Veterinary License.
• Passion for high-quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain AAHA and Cat-Friendly standards in a modern environment.
• Provide advanced diagnostics: digital dentistry, ultrasonography, laparoscopy.
• Manage a diverse case mix: wellness, urgent care, surgery.

Skills

High-quality medicine

Surgery

Dentistry

Collaborative mindset

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Active Utah Veterinary License

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – West Bountiful, UT (Greater Salt Lake Area)

Compensation: $130,000 - $180,000 Base Salary + No Negative Accrual. 4‑day work week with no weekend hours or on‑call shifts.

Compensation & Benefits

• $130k–$180k Base Salary + Production with No Negative Accrual.
• No-Weekend Advantage: Monday–Friday only. Full weekends for personal time.
• Support Flex: High technician‑to‑doctor ratio and experienced support staff.
• Mentorship: Structured one‑year clinical and leadership program.
• Benefits: 401(k) match, Lyra mental health support (24/7), student loan management, continued career development.
• Sign‑On Bonus: Up to $50,000 + Industry‑Leading Relocation Package.

Responsibilities

• Maintain AAHA and Cat‑Friendly standards in a modern, purpose‑built environment.
• Provide advanced diagnostics: high‑volume digital dentistry, in‑house ultrasonography, laparoscopy.
• Manage a diverse case mix: routine wellness, urgent care, surgery—without ER burnout.

Requirements

• DVM/VMD degree.
• Active (or pending) Utah Veterinary License.
• Passion for high‑quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• Collaborative mindset: “doctor’s doctor” who thrives in a team‑first environment.

Location & Lifestyle

West Bountiful / Woods Cross—at the base of the Wasatch Mountains with 45 minute access to ski resorts, 5 minute dog‑friendly trails, and 15 minutes to Salt Lake City’s urban amenities.