Emergency Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet parental leave

Subsidized backup childcare

FREE CE courses

Veterinary service discounts

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in San Antonio, Texas, seeks a full-time Emergency Veterinarian with 3-5 years of experience. You will provide emergency care, manage hospitalized cases, and perform surgeries in a supportive environment.

Join a 24-hour emergency hospital with a commitment to growth and outstanding patient care while benefiting from a competitive compensation model and diverse benefits including mental health resources and student loan support.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License active and in good standing for Texas.
• Active DEA license or eligibility required.
• Experience in emergency medicine recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care for sick and injured patients.
• Assess and diagnose patients, develop treatment plans.
• Perform surgeries and critical care management.

Skills

Emergency medicine experience

Veterinary assessment skills

Surgery skills

Collaboration with technicians

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD)

Job description

Description

Thrive San Antonio is looking for a full-time Emergency Veterinarian with 3-5 years of experience to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

About You

You’ll deliver exceptional, real-time care when pets and their families need it most. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll strengthen your triage and critical assessment skills while being supported by a collaborative team that steps in when it matters. Backed by Thrive’s nationwide network, innovative technology, and advanced training, you’ll stay focused on what matters most—providing outstanding care and improving patient outcomes. We’ll meet you where you are in your career and actively invest in your growth as both a clinician and a leader. While you’re committed to the success of your patients, we’re equally committed to yours—supporting you through high-stakes moments, unexpected emergencies, and the times when compassion makes all the difference.

Our progressive compensation model is designed to reward your impact, offering a competitive base salary alongside production opportunities—with no negative accrual.

Responsibilities

You’ll provide emergency care for sick and injured patients while also managing hospitalized cases. You’ll assess and diagnose patients, develop and oversee treatment plans, and partner closely with technicians to ensure high-quality execution of care. Your work will include performing surgeries, delivering critical care, and maintaining an exceptional standard of service for every patient who enters our emergency department.

About Thrive San Antonio

Thrive San Antonio is a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital with a 30-year history in the community. We are the second ER facility to obtain Fear-free certification in the Country. The hospital is equipped with complete blood work capabilities, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, CT, MRI, hemoperfusion, ventilator, and linear accelerator. We currently have specialty services including critical care, internal medicine, neurology, surgery and radiation oncology with diagnostic imaging starting in Fall of 2026. We have an established staff with low turnover in our DVM population and provide an emergency veterinary internship for over 10 years.

Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or 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 eligibility
• Experience in emergency medicine or completion of small animal rotating or emergency internships is highly recommended

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Pet parental 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 discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

Diversity and Inclusion

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.