What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian, Medical Director position at Thrive Pet Healthcare?
Description
About You
As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive changes and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering closely with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.
Experience & Skills Requirements
At All Valley Pet Clinic at Federal Way, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, 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 All Valley Clinic At Federal Way
All Valley Clinic at Federal Way is a 3,500-square-foot general practice with a friendly, collaborative team and a strong focus on patient and client care. The hospital has 4 exam rooms, including a dedicated feline-friendly room with a separate entrance, as well as modern surgical and dental equipment, ultrasound, dental radiography, cautery, suction, and in-house bloodwork capabilities.
The team is close-knit and enjoys spending time together outside of work through regular team activities. They are eager to learn, share knowledge, and welcome a Medical Director who can help them continue to grow.
We are looking for a full-time Medical Director who enjoys surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and mentorship. Surgery is an important part of the practice, with approximately three procedures per day including dentals, spays, and neuters. The Medical Director will have an opportunity to help shape the hospital’s medical direction, develop the team, and expand its diagnostic and surgical capabilities.
The hospital sees a mix of wellness, preventive care, urgent cases, walk-ins, and drop-offs, providing variety in the day-to-day caseload. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to combine clinical medicine with leadership and team development while joining a welcoming practice with room to grow.
Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian
Support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.
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:
Plus, we have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.
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 are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.
About You
As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive changes and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering closely with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.
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.
At All Valley Pet Clinic at Federal Way, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, 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 All Valley Clinic At Federal Way
All Valley Clinic at Federal Way is a 3,500-square-foot general practice with a friendly, collaborative team and a strong focus on patient and client care. The hospital has 4 exam rooms, including a dedicated feline-friendly room with a separate entrance, as well as modern surgical and dental equipment, ultrasound, dental radiography, cautery, suction, and in-house bloodwork capabilities.
The team is close-knit and enjoys spending time together outside of work through regular team activities. They are eager to learn, share knowledge, and welcome a Medical Director who can help them continue to grow.
We are looking for a full-time Medical Director who enjoys surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and mentorship. Surgery is an important part of the practice, with approximately three procedures per day including dentals, spays, and neuters. The Medical Director will have an opportunity to help shape the hospital’s medical direction, develop the team, and expand its diagnostic and surgical capabilities.
The hospital sees a mix of wellness, preventive care, urgent cases, walk-ins, and drop-offs, providing variety in the day-to-day caseload. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to combine clinical medicine with leadership and team development while joining a welcoming practice with room to grow.
Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian
Support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.
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
- Medical Director Stipend
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
- Paid parental leave and purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
- Employer sponsored childcare and elder care
- Personalized care for every family-forming journey
- Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
- Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
- Student loan support tools and assistance
Plus, we have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.
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 are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.