Veterinarian, Medical Director

Thrive Pet Care; Township of Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly production bonuses

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Employer-sponsored childcare

Discretionary funds

Free CE courses

Pet perks and discounts

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Turnersville is seeking a Veterinarian, Medical Director to lead and shape the vision of the hospital. You will foster a positive culture and maintain high standards of care while overseeing the transition to a combined urgent-care/general-practice model.

Ideal candidates will possess a DVM/VMD degree and a strong background in leadership and urgent care medicine. The position offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary of $165,000–$185,000 plus bonuses and multiple benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.
• Active DEA license or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Drive positive changes and growth.
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship.
• Guide hospital towards excellence in patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Decision-making

Urgent care experience

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Job description

Veterinarian, Medical Director

Thrive Pet Healthcare Urgent Care – Turnersville

Location

Turnersville, New Jersey, within the greater Philadelphia metro area. The hospital serves Turnersville, Williamstown, and Pennsville Township and operates seven days a week, 10:00 am–10:00 pm, providing extended‑hour, walk‑in outpatient care for pets with non‑life‑threatening conditions that require prompt attention.

Responsibilities

Your role as a key leader will drive positive changes and growth. You will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering closely with our Hospital Administrator and leadership team, you will develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide the hospital toward excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development. You will provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and medical oversight as we transition from urgent care into a combined urgent‑care/ general‑practice model.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the state in which hired.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience in urgent care medicine strongly preferred; comfort working across a broad range of presenting conditions in a fast‑paced, walk‑in environment.

Benefits – Our Care In Action

• Competitive compensation: $165,000–$185,000 base plus quarterly production bonuses.
• Medical Director stipend.
• Sign‑on bonus.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health.
• Paid parental and purr‑ental leave.
• Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care.
• Personalized care for every family‑forming journey.
• Discretionary funds and free CE courses.
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.