Emergency Relief Veterinarian - East Coast

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Customizable professional development opportunities

24/7 mental health support

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking Relief Emergency Veterinarians in Frederick, Maryland. This position supports a diverse and innovative veterinary community focused on pet well-being. Candidates should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and possess experience in emergency medicine.

Join a supportive environment that values professional growth with customizable development opportunities, 24/7 mental health support, and a culture of belonging. Thrive is dedicated to creating a diverse workforce and enhancing both pet and team member experiences.

Qualifications

• Active and in good standing State Veterinary Board License for Maryland.
• Active DEA license or eligibility.
• Completion of a small animal rotating or emergency internship.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care for pets in need.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of veterinary professionals.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Emergency medicine experience

Strong communication skills

Mentorship ability

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for Relief Emergency Veterinarians to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. The firm is deeply rooted in the local community, yet offers the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

East Region Opportunities

We have opportunities for Emergency DVM relief as W2, 1099 or LLC along with our Travel ER Team. Thrive Pet Healthcare’s East Region ER locations include the following states:

• Georgia
• Maryland
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina

Position Requirements

All Emergency Relief Veterinarian positions require the following minimum qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree.
• Experience in emergency medicine and/or the successful completion of a small animal rotating or emergency internship.
• State Veterinary Board License: Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligibility.

About Thrive

We have over 400 partner hospitals in neighborhoods across the nation, united by our mission to create the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. 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. We welcome you to join us as you are, where you're celebrated, and your work‑life rhythm is valued. Through personalized mentorship, CE events, virtual gatherings, 24/7 mental health support, and uninterrupted time off, we equip you to focus on what you do best.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all 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.