Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is an independently owned walk-in urgent care veterinary hospital located in Puyallup, Washington. With a strong commitment to affordable, high-quality care, the practice is now preparing to expand its services to include general practice alongside urgent care. To support this exciting development, they are seeking a compassionate, team-focused veterinarian to help lead this next chapter. This is an ideal opportunity to be the face of a growing hospital at the forefront of accessible, modern veterinary care. Working Hours / Rota The hospital emphasizes flexibility in scheduling and works closely with doctors to ensure a healthy work/life balance. Weekend commitments are not required for those who prefer weekday-only schedules. Operating on a walk-in basis, the hospital uses a visible waitlist to manage patient flow efficiently and transparently. As general practice services are introduced, scheduling will remain collaborative and supportive. Role Description and Responsibilities This position combines the fast pace of urgent care with the long-term relationship-building of general practice. The veterinarian will see a wide range of cases, including wellness exams, sick visits, diagnostics, and minor procedures. As the practice expands, this role includes the opportunity to help shape protocols, set client communication standards, and contribute directly to the design of the general practice service line. The hospital supports continuing education and encourages input from its doctors in clinical and operational decisions. Practice Details and Team This modern facility includes Digital X-ray, Dental X-ray, and five exam rooms, with ongoing investment in digital systems, staff development, and client communication tools. The practice is currently transitioning to a new digital platform to streamline workflow and improve patient record management. With new leadership, a positive culture, and strong infrastructure, the hospital offers a forward-thinking environment where every team member has a voice. Team Size The practice is staffed by a team of experienced DVMs, licensed technicians, and support staff. The team culture is respectful, inclusive, and built around mentorship, collaboration, and shared growth goals. Leadership is proactive in preventing burnout and committed to supporting both personal and professional success. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about both urgent and general care, and eager to be part of a growing practice. A proactive attitude, strong communication skills, and clinical versatility are essential. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to take on a visible role in shaping the future of a thriving hospital. Every candidate MUST be licensed to work in the state they are applying to work in or be in process of being licensed. They must hold the necessary degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA). This is just some of the information about the job and company, but there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company and so on. We want to assure you that Tempus Veterinary Recruitment are here to help and more than happy to get those questions answered for you. Tempus Veterinary Recruitment is here to make the recruiting process simple and stress free, we will work with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you want before formally making an application. Haven't worked with a recruiter before? Not a problem, key things we want to highlight. All communication is 100% private and confidential. Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for new roles We have roles that aren't being advertised, so even if you are actively applying the right role might not be available. What happens next section If you are interested in this position and / or interested to know what other positions we could offer, please either apply or request a call back. One of our expert recruiters will reach out, gather all the information we need to tailor our job search to your exact requirements and only send through openings that we believe make most of all of your wants. This might be 2 jobs or 200, but they will be worth looking at. #IHTVRB The Package Salary up to $150,000 (Annual) Up to $150k Base Salary + Production Up to $20k Signing bonus PTO Health/Vision/Dental 401K CE Allowance Employment Type: Full Time