Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a feline-focused veterinary practice seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team, providing dedicated care for cats and dogs in a modern hospital environment. Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will deliver high-quality small animal care across wellness, preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry. Responsibilities include performing physical examinations, diagnostic testing, medical, surgical, and dental procedures, as well as developing and implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient. The role involves client communication, including explaining diagnoses, treatment options, and prognoses, as well as providing ongoing updates and follow-up care. Additional responsibilities include recommending preventive healthcare such as vaccinations, parasite control, nutritional guidance, and behavioral counseling, while maintaining accurate medical records and supporting a collaborative team culture. This position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Practice Details The hospital operates Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm and is closed on Sundays. The practice is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and diagnostic testing capabilities, along with facilities to perform a wide range of surgical procedures including spays and neuters, tumor removals, exploratory surgery, cystotomy, splenectomy, mastectomy, and ophthalmological surgery. Services offered include wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, life-stage care, treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, nutritional counseling, behavioral counseling, dental care with anesthetic procedures and x-rays, and advanced diagnostics. The practice emphasizes connection, education, and comfort, creating a supportive environment focused on strong client relationships and high standards of care, while providing autonomy with access to broader support and resources. Team The hospital has 3 DVMs and a great tenured support team, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRP The Package Salary up to $160,000 (Annual) Base salary up to $160k plus production Performance Bonuses Sign-on bonus Relocation expense reimbursement if applicable Free medical, dental, & vision insurance Flexible schedule with no on-call PTO & 6 paid holidays off plus your birthday Washington paid family & medical leave 401K with 5% employer match License and professional organization dues covered Liability insurance covered Paid CE days AND an annual CE stipend of $3,000 Generous employee pet discount for up to 4 pets Uniform allowance for 4 uniforms/year Career growth opportunities Hours: Full Time Employment Type: Full Time