Associate Veterinarian

About the role

You're an experienced veterinarian who has built strong relationships with patients and their families--and you're ready for the next chapter. You don't just want to practice excellent medicine; you want to help shape a clinic's direction, partner with a growing team, and leave a lasting mark on your community.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse case mix-from wellness and preventive care to diagnostics, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery
• Work alongside a skilled team of doctors with specialties in cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, and feline medicine
• Contribute to the clinical culture, standards, and strategic direction of the practice

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Minimum 3-5 years of clinical experience in general practice preferred
• 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
• Demonstrated interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, or team development strongly preferred
• Experience or interest in areas such as dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, or feline medicine a plus

Skills

• Interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, or team development
• Experience or interest in areas such as dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, or feline medicine

About 4 Paws Pet Hospital

4 Paws Pet Hospital is a well-established, community-rooted primary care practice in a highly desirable area of Albuquerque with over 10 years in business and a reputation for genuine, compassionate care. We see dogs and cats for the full spectrum of care. Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art ultrasound and X-ray technology, enabling non-invasive, accurate diagnostics. We are one of the few veterinary clinics in Albuquerque with full dental X-ray capability. We are open, Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, serving Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and Corrales, NM

Compensation & Benefits

The success of your patients matters to you--and your success matters to us. We offer a progressive compensation model with no negative accrual, plus a clear investment in your long-term professional growth. Annual ProSal full-time compensation starting at $130,000/year, negotiable based on credentials, experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance (short and long-term)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Personalized support for every family-forming journey
• 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

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.