Associate Veterinarian

The Pet Hospitals Poplar At Massey is looking for a full-time Veterinarian to join our team in Memphis, TN.

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.

Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities - plus, no negative accrual.

About The Hospital

The Pet Hospitals Poplar at Massey is a general medicine practice located in Memphis, Tennessee focusing on wellness exams, vaccinations, microchip implantation, puppy/kitten care, senior care, in-house diagnostics and laboratory, spay, neuter, mass removal, and other general practice services. Our hospital has a compassionate, professional team and we pride ourselves on our commitment to providing exceptional healthcare for pets and to helping the people who love them make informed decisions regarding their health. We are a team who share the belief that all pets are family members and deserve the best care. We are highly skilled, well-trained, and work a schedule that allows for a healthy work-life balance.

We are open Monday - Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm, and Saturday - Sunday: 8:00am - 2:00pm

As a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, The Pet Hospitals Lakeland offers the best of both worlds—a locally rooted hospital backed by Thrive's national resources, professional development opportunities, and collaborative network of veterinary professionals. Click here to learn more. Click here to learn more.

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today, or reach out to us at [email protected].

Your Experience & Skills

• 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

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 pay
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health 
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet 
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care 
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning 
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts 
• Student loan support tools and assistance 

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

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! 

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

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.