Emergency Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation (no negative accrual)

Sign-on bonus up to $75,000

Relocation assistance available

Health benefits including vision, dental, life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health

Paid parental leave

Paid PURRental leave for newly adopted pet

Bereavement leave, including pet loss

Annual paid time off

Generous employee pet discounts

Annual CE stipend and dedicated CE PTO

Access to Medical Excellence & Education platform and mentorship

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Albuquerque is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide urgent care for sick and injured pets. The role includes triage, diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and critical care, with responsibilities of overseeing technicians and collaborating with specialists.

The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, an active state license, and experience in emergency medicine. This position offers a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and various health benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent.
• Active state Veterinary Board license in the state of employment.
• Active DEA license or DEA license eligibility.
• Experience in emergency medicine or internship recommended.

Responsibilities

• Care for emergency patients and manage hospitalized cases.
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans.
• Oversee technicians carrying out treatment plans.
• Perform surgeries, provide critical care, and maintain high service standards.

Job description

Position

Emergency Veterinarian – Thrive Albuquerque.

Overview

Provide urgent care for sick and injured pets on an emergency basis, including triage, diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and critical care. Oversee technicians and collaborate with specialists.

Responsibilities

• Care for emergency patients and manage hospitalized cases.
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans.
• Oversee technicians carrying out treatment plans.
• Perform surgeries, provide critical care, and maintain high service standards.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent.
• Active state Veterinary Board license in the state of employment, obtained prior to start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA license eligibility.
• Experience in emergency medicine, small animal rotation or internship strongly recommended.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (no negative accrual).
• Sign‑on bonus up to $75,000 and relocation allowance if applicable.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Health benefits including vision, dental, life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health.
• 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid PURRental leave for newly adopted pet.
• Bereavement leave, including pet loss.
• Annual paid time off.
• Generous employee pet discounts.
• Annual CE stipend and dedicated CE PTO.
• Access to Medical Excellence & Education platform and mentorship.

EEO Statement

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants.