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Associate Veterinarian - Beloved Community Hospital - Surgery & GP - Lower Columbia Veterinary Clini

$120k
Full-time

Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic (Longview, WA)

Job Description

 

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Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic,

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Beloved Community Hospital | Surgery & Urgent Care | Longview, WA

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Longview, WA – Nestled between the Columbia River and the forests of Southwest Washington, Longview offers a balance of outdoor recreation, affordability, and small-town community. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, fishing, boating, and the Pacific Northwest's natural beauty while remaining within driving distance of Portland, Oregon. It's an ideal location for veterinarians seeking a rewarding career and a lifestyle that allows time to enjoy it.

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Open: Monday-Friday

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Work Week for This Role: Four-day work week, typically 8:00am-5:00pm

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Services

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    AAHA-Accredited Small Animal Hospital

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    Small Animal General Practice

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    Wellness and Preventive Care

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    Urgent Care During Regular Business Hours

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    Soft Tissue Surgery

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    Dentistry

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    Digital Radiography

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    Internal Medicine

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    Dermatology

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    Senior Pet Care

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    Regenerative Medicine

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    Nutritional Counseling

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    Canine Reproduction Services

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    Ultrasound Diagnostics

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    In-House Laboratory Diagnostics

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Make Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic Your Home Hospital

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Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team of veterinary professionals in Longview, Washington.

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As a newly AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine through advanced medical standards, compassionate patient care, and a culture of continuous learning. Our team believes in building long-term relationships with clients while providing the highest quality care for every patient that walks through our doors.

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We're searching for a veterinarian who enjoys surgery and would find fulfillment helping elevate and expand the services we provide our clients. Whether your interests include general practice surgery, urgent care, dentistry, internal medicine, or developing a specialized area of focus, you'll find the support, mentorship, and autonomy to grow your career here.

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This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys a diverse caseload, values collaboration, and wants to practice high-quality medicine in a hospital that actively invests in its people, patients, and future.

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Get to Know Us

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Since opening in 2002, Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic has served the pets and families of Longview and the surrounding communities with comprehensive veterinary care and a client-first approach.

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Our doctors manage a broad range of medical and surgical cases, including preventive care, urgent care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, senior pet care, regenerative medicine, and canine reproduction services.

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Our Medical Director, Dr. Julia Alpert, has special interests in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, canine reproductive medicine, and individualized pain management. The hospital's collaborative culture encourages doctors to share knowledge, discuss cases, and pursue their professional interests while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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Why Veterinarians Love Working Here

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    Newly AAHA-accredited hospital committed to medical excellence

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    Four-day work week

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    Flexible scheduling

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    No on-call responsibilities

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    No after-hours emergency duties

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    Dedicated surgery days, including both one-doctor and two-doctor surgery schedules

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    Diverse caseload including general practice, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, urgent care, and reproduction services

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    Supportive and collaborative team culture

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    Opportunities to help expand hospital services and grow professionally

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    Established and loyal client base

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    Leadership team committed to communication, accountability, and continuous improvement

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Clinic, Equipment & Support Team

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Our doctors are supported by an experienced team and modern diagnostic capabilities that allow them to focus on practicing excellent medicine.

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Equipment & Technology

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    Digital Radiography

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    Ultrasound

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    In-House Diagnostic Laboratory

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    Modern Surgical Suite

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    Dedicated Dental Equipment

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    Electronic Medical Records

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Support

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    Skilled veterinary technicians and support staff

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    Collaborative doctor team

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    Strong emphasis on communication and teamwork

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    High level of client trust and engagement

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    Opportunities for mentorship and professional development

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Who We're Looking For

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The ideal candidate is:

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    A confident small animal veterinarian with at least 3 years of clinical and surgical experience

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    Comfortable performing routine soft tissue surgeries and interested in continuing to develop surgical skills

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    Adaptable and decisive when managing urgent care cases

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    An excellent communicator with clients, colleagues, and support staff

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    Growth-oriented and committed to continually expanding their medical and surgical knowledge

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    Compassionate, collaborative, and team-focused

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    Motivated to help advance the quality and scope of services offered by the hospital

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    A veterinarian who leads with empathy and finds fulfillment helping colleagues succeed

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Qualifications

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Required

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    Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)

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    Active Washington veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date

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    Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in small animal medicine and surgery

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    Strong commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine

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    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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    Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-doctor practice environment

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    Passion for patient care, client education, and professional growth

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Preferred

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    Experience in small animal general practice and urgent care

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    Proficiency in soft tissue surgery and dentistry

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    Experience utilizing ultrasound, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory diagnostics

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    Interest in helping expand clinical services and hospital capabilities

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    Desire to mentor others and contribute to a positive hospital culture

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Compensation & Benefits

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We recognize that great veterinarians deserve great support.

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    Competitive Base Salary + Production

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    Sign-On Bonus Available

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    Relocation Assistance Available

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    Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

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    Paid Time Off

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    Continuing Education Allowance

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    Professional Dues and Licensing Support

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    401(k)

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    Employee Pet Care Benefits

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    Flexible Scheduling

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    Professional Development Opportunities

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Why Longview?

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Longview provides an exceptional quality of life for veterinarians who enjoy outdoor recreation, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're hiking nearby trails, fishing local waterways, exploring the Columbia River region, or taking a weekend trip to Portland or the Oregon Coast, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy your time away from the hospital.

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Next Steps

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If you're looking for an Associate Veterinarian opportunity where you can practice high-quality medicine, enjoy surgery and urgent care, work alongside a supportive team, and help shape the future of a growing AAHA-accredited hospital, we'd love to meet you.

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Apply today and discover why Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic is a place where great medicine and great people come together.

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Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary for this opportunity starts at $120,000+ annually. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

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\n Washington Pay Range\n

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\n $100,000—$150,000 USD\n

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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact View email address on jobswipe.net. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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