Associate Veterinarian

Build your career in a brand-new hospital designed for modern veterinary medicine, collaborative practice, and room to grow.

A small animal hospital in Bellevue, Washington is looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to its growing team. With a newly built facility, an established client base, and plans to expand into new areas of medicine, this is an opportunity to join a practice at an exciting stage of its development.

The hospital currently has three full-time veterinarians, with space to support a team of up to eight. Every part of the new facility has been designed to improve workflow, patient care, and the day-to-day experience for the team. Alongside spacious clinical areas, there are dedicated staff wellness spaces, generous work areas for doctors, and an experienced technical and client service team that allows veterinarians to focus on delivering high quality medicine.

The practice currently provides care for cats and dogs and is looking to grow its services for small mammals and exotic pets. There is also genuine interest in adding rehabilitation and expanding feline medicine. If you have experience in these areas, or would like the opportunity to help build these services, your interests will be supported. When complex cases arise, you'll also have access to one of the largest networks of veterinary specialists in the country, giving you the confidence to keep cases in-house where appropriate while always having expert support available.

Teamwork is central to how the hospital operates. From reception through to the clinical team and hospital leadership, everyone works together to provide a welcoming experience for clients and the highest standard of patient care. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and built around open communication, shared knowledge, and helping each team member succeed.

Key highlights

• Small animal practice in Bellevue, Washington
• Brand-new purpose-built hospital with capacity for up to eight veterinarians
• Currently a team of three DVMs with plans for continued growth
• Ten spacious exam rooms plus dedicated surgical and dental suites
• Separate feline treatment area designed to reduce stress for feline patients
• Opportunity to develop small mammal, exotic, rehabilitation, or feline medicine services
• Experienced technicians and client service team providing strong clinical support
• Monday to Saturday opening hours with a focus on sustainable workloads
• Purpose-built staff wellness area, large break room, and dedicated DVM workspace

About you

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Washington
• Committed to providing high quality, evidence-based patient care
• Enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive team environment
• Interested in contributing to the continued growth of the hospital
• Experience or interest in exotics, rehabilitation, or feline medicine is welcomed but not essential

Benefits

• Salary from $140,000 to $180,000 depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Access to extensive internal learning and professional development programmes
• Mental health and wellbeing support, including Headspace
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies
• Employee pet care discounts