Associate Veterinarian

Overview

Associate Veterinarian, Urgent Care and Wellness – Full Time

Smith Veterinary Hospital

This is a fantastic opportunity for a general practice veterinarian eager to tackle more complex cases, or an emergency veterinarian seeking a more predictable schedule and manageable workload.

From delivering reliable walk‑in, outpatient care for pets with non‑life‑threatening conditions that still need to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients, clients, and colleagues.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board license in good standing for the state in which you will be hired, prior to your start date.
• Active DEA license or eligibility for DEA licensure.

Smith Veterinary Hospital is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, focusing on primary and emergency care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets. We offer scheduled appointments, with limited same‑day appointments where available, and pride ourselves on teamwork and collaboration.

The Urgent Care department is designed to meet a key need in our community. We provide efficient, compassionate care to patients with non‑critical conditions so that they receive great care without the wait. We offer walk‑ins and appointments for various conditions and stay in close contact with primary veterinarians to ensure patients return for ongoing care.

• Monday – Wednesday: 7:30 am–8:00 pm
• Thursday – Friday: 7:30 am–5:00 pm
• Urgent Care (out‑of‑hours):
  Monday – Wednesday 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

• Competitive compensation
• Generous sign‑on bonus
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 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
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Annual full‑time range starting at $125 k/year. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience.

Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, using extensive resources while maintaining unique identities.

We provide customizable professional development, a supportive work environment, 24/7 mental health support, and a culture of inclusion and belonging.