Emergency Veterinarian

Brief Media, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health benefits (vision/dental/life)

401k with employer match

8 weeks paid parental leave

Sign-on bonus up to $75,000

Annual CE stipend

Job summary

Thrive Albuquerque is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to provide urgent care, triage, and continuous critical support for emergency cases. You will work with a team to assess and treat sick or injured patients, including surgical procedures and ongoing critical care.

Candidates should hold a DVM/VMD, be licensed or eligible for licensure, and have experience in emergency medicine. Thrive Pet Healthcare offers comprehensive benefits, a sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance to

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD required and licensed in the state of employment.
• Active DEA license or eligible for licensure.
• Emergency medicine experience strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-the-moment emergency care for acutely ill or injured patients.
• Triaging and assessing critical needs with a collaborative team.
• Oversee technicians in execution of treatment plans.
• Perform surgeries and deliver high-level critical care.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Critical care

Team leadership

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible

Job description

Thrive Albuquerque

Overnight Emergency Veterinarian

Offering 75K sign-on bonus and relocation assistance!

About You

You’ll provide excellent, in-the-moment care when patients need it most. You’ll hone your ability to triage and assess critical needs - with a team to back you with support - and lean on our community to shift in schedule or role.

• Willingness to care for sick and injured patients who arrive on an emergency basis, along with managing hospitalized patients
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans
• Oversee technicians who are carrying out plans
• Perform surgeries, provide critical care, and ensure a high level of service for all patients

About the Hospital

Thrive Albuquerque is an emergency and specialty hospital located in the Albuquerque area, focusing on emergency medicine, critical care, and collaborative specialty support. Our hospital has a supportive, team-based work environment and a high-acuity client base. We pride ourselves on quality medicine, teamwork, and compassionate care. Flexibility, communication, and strong clinical judgment are all equally important. We are open emergency hours to support our community’s needs.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We're a proud, excellence-centered community committed to mutual success-yours included. As a ThrivER - you'll collaborate closely with specialists, keeping your skills sharp and medicine cutting-edge. By integrating emergency expertise with full-spectrum veterinary services, we've cracked the code on superior pet healthcare. This unique integration sets us apart, ensuring top-tier care when pets need it most.

OUR HOME:

Best known for the International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque is culturally rich and a naturally beautiful city. It has attracted new residents with its favorable economy and artistic atmosphere. There is plenty to do to stay busy, from art galleries to historic Native American sites and gardens. Albuquerque offers quick access to outdoor recreation, such as hiking, mountain biking, and amazing views of mountains and formations.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License:
• Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment
• Obtained prior to start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Experience in emergency medicine, including work experience, small animal rotating or emergency internships, is strongly recommended.

You take great care of Animals. We take great care of YOU!

Benefits - our care in action- Some of these benefits are for PT and FT Associates only.

We believe in supporting people as individuals and designed our benefits to address all aspects of your well-being. Here, you’ll have the quality of life (and work) to meet your unique needs.

We center our benefits around...

• Family support and wellness so that you have security and support no matter the size and shape of your family
• Financial stability so that you feel confident in your future
• Mental health & well-being, as we recognize and offer resources to alleviate the unique challenges that come with veterinary care
• Educational support because knowledge isn’t just power, it’s fundamental

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more! This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation (no negative accrual)
• Relocation assistance available
• Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance too)
• 401k w/ employer match
• Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid PURRental leave for a newly adopted pet
• Bereavement leave to include loss of pet leave
• Annual paid time off
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Annual CE stipend and dedicated CE PTO

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $180,000-$225,000/year, with a sign-on bonus of up to $75,000. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.