Associate Veterinarian

Description Veterinarian, General Practice

Vail Valley Animal Hospital

You’ll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care, to preventative visits, to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

Through our collaborative community of veterinary care providers, you’ll have the support, tools, and resources you need to take your practice to the next level because we wholeheartedly believe in you, and your ability to provide the very best care for your patients.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

The Vail Valley Animal Hospital is a progressive, multi-doctor, state‑of‑the‑art general small‑animal practice that offers two convenient locations, GP and Urgent care, along with on‑site specialist diagnostics and procedures. Our compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated team creates an excellent work environment and a consistent experience for our clients.

At the Vail Valley Animal Hospital, we are extremely client‑service oriented, and the associates’ work philosophy should reflect that. We are looking for an individual who embodies a strong work ethic, a positive, enthusiastic attitude, attention to detail, executive leadership and management skills, a team‑oriented approach, and a genuine love for what they do.

We are open Monday – Friday: 8:00 – 6:00 pm

We Serve:
Edwards, Avon, Vail, Eagle

• Flexible schedule – No weekends required!
• Full HD digital radiology
• Digital dental X‑rays
• Ultrasound
• Comprehensive in‑house IDEXX lab diagnostics
• CVT staffing with very low turnover
• In‑house contract specialist for: orthopedics, cardiology, and ultrasonography

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll care for a pet’s whole life, foster strong human‑animal bonds and connect with your local community — all while backed by our coast‑to‑coast support. Thrive’s full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets’ health and well‑being. We’ll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.

The success of your patient’s care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

Vail, Colorado is truly one of the most beautiful places on earth situated high in the Gore Valley and surrounded by the White River National Forest. The valley offers world class skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain biking and a community that is second to none. The location is ideal for all your outdoor passions and still close enough to Denver to get a quick city fix.

Vail satisfies and exceeds all expectations for a single lifestyle or those looking for the ideal home to raise their family.

• Group Health Insurance including vision and dental plans
• 401k
• PTO + paid CE time
• Paid parental leave
• Generous discretionary fund
• Robust employee pet discounts across the entire Thrive network
• Relocation support when applicable

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an annual salary range of $110,000 to $130,000. The actual salary offered will be carefully determined by a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you are a veterinarian who wants to provide the best patient care while working on a team of exceptional industry professionals, contact us today at !

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

You take great care of pets... We take great care of you. Apply today!