Associate veterinarian – Bountiful, UT (Greater Salt Lake Area)
$130,000 - $180,000 Base Salary + Production, No Negative Accrual
GP Heart with anUrgent Care Pulse
Are you looking for the clinical variety of emergency medicine but the long-term relationships of general practice? At Animal Medical Clinic Bountiful, we’ve found the sweet spot. Serving our community since 1978, we are an established 5-doctor team that maintains a high quality of medicine, offers a wide variety of treatments, andthrives on clinical complexity—from advanced dentistry and in-house ultrasonography to urgent care cases. Experience a thriving, high-tier caseload that keeps your skills sharp, all while protecting your life outside the clinic with a consistent 4-day work week.
What You Get:
- $130K-$180K Base Salary + Production with No Negative Accrual
- True 4-Day Work Week: Spend your extra day exploring the Wasatch Mountains or the “Mighty Five” National Parks.
- Shift Consistency: We are open M-F(7:30 AM -7:00 PM) and Sat(8:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
- The “Support Flex”: Practice medicine, not paperwork. We focus on a high technician-to-doctor ratio to ensure you are supported through every exam and surgery.
- Elite Local Mentorship: Direct Mentorship from our on-site Medical Director, who brings over 20 years of tenured leadership experience in our clinic.
- Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) match, Lyra mental health support, student loan management, and continued career development.
- Up to $50,000 Sign-On Bonus+ Industry-Leading Relocation Package
- Bring your dog to work at our daycare!
What You’ll Do:
- Advanced Clinical Care: Utilize in-house ultrasonography and high-volume digital dentistry to provide top-tier outcomes.
- Diverse Case Mix: Manage everything from routine wellness to urgent/emergency cases that keep your skills sharp.
- Collaborative Medicine: Work alongside a 5-doctor team that prioritizes “The Bountiful Way”—compassionate care and collective problem-solving.
- Shelter Partnership: Give back through our active collaboration with local animal shelters.
The Bountiful Lifestyle
Located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, Bountiful is a hidden gem just minutes from Salt Lake City.
- 45 Minutes to world-class ski resorts.
- 5 Minutes to dog-friendly hiking and mountain biking trails.
- Small-Town Charm, Big-City Access: Enjoy a quiet, safe community that is only a 15-minute drive to the urban amenities of Salt Lake City.
- A few hours drive away from the “Big Five” National Parks in Utah.
Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree
- Active (or pending) Utah Veterinary License
- A passion for surgery, dentistry, and building “year after year” relationships with families.
- Collaborative mindset—you’re a “doctor’s doctor” who enjoys sharing knowledge.
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
GPrecruiting@thrivepet.com
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Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time salary range, $110,000 - $150,000 per year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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.