The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal veterinary hospital in Western Washington is seeking an experienced Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative team. This opportunity is well suited for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

The incoming veterinarian will join a multi-DVM practice with a loyal client base, long-tenured support staff, and a strong reputation within the community. Doctors are encouraged to collaborate on cases, share knowledge, and maintain the clinical autonomy needed to make thoughtful decisions for their patients.

The position offers a varied caseload encompassing preventive medicine, internal medicine, urgent care, surgery, and dentistry. Veterinarians are encouraged to pursue individual clinical interests and take advantage of continuing education and professional development opportunities throughout their careers.

A four-day work week supports a healthy and sustainable balance between professional responsibilities and life outside of the hospital.

Practice Information:
This established companion animal hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, preventive, and urgent care services. The practice combines personalized client relationships with modern diagnostic and procedural capabilities, allowing doctors to manage a broad range of cases.  Clinical services and equipment include:

• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Internal medicine
• Urgent care and same-day appointments
• Soft tissue surgery
• Advanced veterinary dentistry
• Digital dental radiography
• Comprehensive in-house diagnostics
• Multiparameter anesthetic monitoring
• Practice management technology
• Experienced, long-tenured support staff

The surgical caseload may include routine procedures as well as mass removals and biopsies, foreign body procedures, splenectomies, cystotomies, eyelid procedures, enucleations, amputations, and other soft tissue surgeries based on the doctor’s experience and clinical proficiency.

The hospital emphasizes careful anesthetic monitoring, thoughtful diagnostics, evidence-based treatment planning, and clear communication with clients. A collaborative doctor team provides opportunities for case discussions and shared professional development while respecting each veterinarian’s clinical judgment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care for companion animal patients
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Diagnose and manage preventive, internal medicine, and urgent care cases
• Perform soft tissue surgical procedures according to experience and clinical proficiency
• Provide routine and advanced dental care
• Utilize digital dental radiography and in-house diagnostic capabilities
• Follow appropriate anesthetic and patient-monitoring protocols
• Manage same-day and urgent medical appointments as appropriate
• Educate clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, and long-term health
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and the surrounding community
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records
• Collaborate with fellow veterinarians and experienced support staff
• Participate in case discussions, continuing education, and professional development
• Maintain appropriate clinical autonomy while supporting consistent standards of patient care
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree
• Active state veterinary license in good standing or ability to obtain appropriate licensure
• Successful completion of applicable veterinary licensing requirements
• Professional experience in small animal general practice or companion animal medicine
• Strong foundation in preventive medicine, diagnostics, and medical case management
• Interest or experience in soft tissue surgery and veterinary dentistry
• Experience with digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics is beneficial
• Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Ability to practice with appropriate clinical independence
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Passion for compassionate patient care and client education

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Sign-on assistance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid time for continuing education
• Professional development support
• Professional dues and veterinary license reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement benefits
• Additional benefits based on eligibility

The position features a four-day work week, with the possibility of three consecutive days away from the hospital each week. Saturday responsibilities are part of the practice schedule.

Location & Lifestyle:
Western Washington offers a distinctive combination of waterfront communities, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the cultural and professional amenities of the greater metropolitan region.

The area provides opportunities to enjoy hiking, boating, ferry travel, parks, restaurants, local shops, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. For a veterinarian seeking an established community, access to outdoor recreation, and proximity to metropolitan amenities, the region offers an appealing setting for both professional and personal life.

This opportunity provides an experienced veterinarian with the chance to practice diverse, high-quality medicine within a collaborative environment while enjoying clinical autonomy, professional development opportunities, a well-equipped hospital, and a schedule designed to support long-term career sustainability.

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