Description
Position at Thrive Pet Healthcare
Associate Veterinarian
Full Time
Lawrenceville, GA
About You
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.
The Ideal Candidate will be a veterinarian with a passion for quality medicine and wellness care. They value a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, thrive in team-oriented environments, and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With excellent communication skills and a positive attitude, they foster strong client relationships and contribute to a supportive and cohesive workplace.
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.
Thrive Pet Healthcare - Decatur is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.
You will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.
About The Hospital
Animal Medical Center of Lawrenceville, part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, is a well-established, full-service veterinary clinic located at 552 Buford Drive in the heart of Lawrenceville, GA. We proudly serve the local community with a wide range of services including wellness and preventive care, advanced surgical procedures, grooming, boarding, and even exotic pet care.
Our clinic is known for its warm, team-oriented environment and commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.
With convenient hours—open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday mornings until 12:30 PM—we provide flexible scheduling options for both clients and staff.
Backed by over 200 positive reviews and a 4.7-star rating, Animal Medical Center of Lawrenceville is a trusted and valued part of the community.
Nestled in the heart of Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville is a thriving and historic suburb located just about 30 miles (roughly a 35-minute drive) northeast of downtown Atlanta. As the county seat, it strikes a pleasing balance between a rich, small-town charm—exemplified by its picturesque courthouse square and heritage walking trails—and modern conveniences like diverse dining, boutique shopping, cultural venues, parks, and community events. Its convenient proximity to Atlanta makes it easy for staff to enjoy big-city amenities—professional sports, concerts, and urban attractions—while returning home to a welcoming community that values quality of life and connection.
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 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.
Benefits – our care in action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
~Competitive compensation
~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
Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.
Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!
To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at
[email protected].
About Thrive
Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.