Description Associate Veterinarian Garden Grove Dog and Cat Hospital 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 would be willing and able to uphold high standards of medical excellence, provide mentorship, and foster collaboration within our team environment. Excellent surgery skills are all equally important. 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. 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 Our Hospital Garden Grove Dog and Cat Hospital is looking for a dependable, motivated, compassionate, and experienced Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor practice in Garden Grove, CA. We are a busy, walk-in hospital with a wide variety of caseloads. We offer primary care, urgent care, and emergency care to dogs and cats. We are open Monday-Friday 7:30 am until 6 pm, Saturdays 7:30 am until 12 pm, and Sundays 10:30 am until 3 pm. Serving Garden Grove, Westminster, Stanton, Huntington Beach, Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, and the surrounding communities. 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. Benefits - our care in action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial well-being. 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 GPrecruiting@thrivepet.com . Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual full-time range starting at $150,000/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.