Thrive Pet Healthcare Careers

Associate Veterinarian
Full-Time
Thornton, CO 

You give so much of yourself to your work. Here at Eastlake Veterinary Services, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we recognize what you and your team face each day. 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. 

Who we are 

Our community of 400 clinics nationwide forms an extraordinary network of resources and people. Thrive Pet Healthcare’s strength comes from both our individualities and our connectedness. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy - And, we have plenty of fun along the way! 

At Eastlake Veterinary Services you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a unique clinic while having the opportunity and security of a united network that has your back. 

We are looking for a veterinarian who will work closely with our multi-generational clients and their pets and will provide patients with a high level of patient care while thoroughly working up cases. Excellent surgical techniques and dental skills are preferred but not required.   

To be successful in this role you will need to have a strong work ethic with the ability to work seamlessly as a team. You should possess strong people skills, with a specialized focus on the quality of care that provides client satisfaction to the highest degree. Candidates must be clear and effective communicators with both clients and fellow team members as well as treat both clients and team members with a high level of respect and courteousness. 

We are a full-service veterinary hospital that primarily treats dogs and cats. We have been a part of the Thornton community for the past twenty-four years. Our clinic offers a full-service pharmacy, wellness exams, grooming, vaccinations, dental care, routine, and orthopedic surgeries, on-site digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laser therapy treatments. We also provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. Our team members are caring people serving the local and extended community with excellence, compassion, and drive. We are determined to meet or exceed the expectations of the people we serve and educate. 

Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is located consistently ranks as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States. We are 10 miles north of downtown Denver. 

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian. 

Eastlake Veterinary Services is looking for a veterinarian to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. 

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll work on a diverse case mix alongside industry-leading teams and a connected community of pet care providers. In our supportive environment, you can continue to develop skills that you can leverage alongside your passion to provide a continuity of care for the pets you love. 

Being a vet is a job you do because you love it, but it’s not easy. Our veterinarians form a vast peer network of multi-disciplinary experts who are here to bolster your professional and personal wellbeing. When you need to rebalance, you’ll have access to resources and benefits that are meaningful because they’re built around nurturing your mental health. This means taking the time you need with options for flexible scheduling to fit every phase of your career and life. 

When you can do the work you love, where and how you want to do it, we all thrive. Our network of hospitals provides the career mobility you need to fit your career and life. You’ll have customizable learning through our top-notch development and training engine, including CE libraries, mentorship, industry-leading educational programs, and more. 

The success of your patients’ 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. 

Experience & Skills Requirements 

● 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. 

Benefits – our care in action 

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include: 

● Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions 

● Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations 

● Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets 

● Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 

● Continuing education support through free courses, CE credits and paid time off to complete 

And so much more! 

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more. This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey. 

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual salary range starting at $110,000 - $130,00 per year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 

For more information about this opportunity, reach out to [email protected]!  

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. 

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