Associate Veterinarian

If you value knowing your patients and their people, and having the time and support to practice medicine thoughtfully, this hospital in Seattle WA may be worth a closer look.

This long-established small-animal practice has deep roots in its community and a client base that values continuity, trust, and clear communication. Appointments are structured to allow doctors to think through cases, talk with clients, and follow patients long term.

This hospital recently moved into a larger, modern facility, creating room to expand services without sacrificing standards. The primary caseload is dogs and cats, with flexibility for veterinarians interested in urgent care, surgery, cat-focused medicine, rehabilitation, or other focused interests. There is also openness to pocket pets and exotics for doctors who want that mix. Medicine here is not rushed, and doctors are encouraged to practice in a way that aligns with their training and judgment.

This is an AAHA-accredited practice where those standards show up in daily work. Fear Free handling and hands-free radiology are part of routine workflow, not optional extras.

The team includes a mix of experienced doctors and newer graduates. Mentorship is intentional and built into scheduling, not left to chance. Associates have autonomy in case management, input into how medicine is practiced, and the ability to maintain continuity with their patients. Collaboration happens naturally, without losing individual decision-making.

Scheduling is flexible, with both full-time and part-time options available. Hours are predictable and designed to be sustainable over the long term.

Key highlights

-Associate Veterinarian role with flexible full-time or part-time options

-Established, AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital

-Recently expanded into a larger, modern facility

-Caseload focused on dogs and cats, with openness to urgent care, surgery, cat-only medicine, -rehab, and exotics

-Emphasis on continuity of care and long-term client relationships

-Fear Free handling and hands-free radiology as standard practice

-Structured mentorship with autonomy in medical decision-making

-Predictable scheduling with weekday and Saturday hours

About you

-DVM with an active or eligible veterinary license in Washington

-Interested in practicing thoughtful, thorough medicine

-Values case continuity and long-term client relationships

-Comfortable making medical decisions while collaborating with colleagues when needed

-Open to learning, mentoring, and contributing to hospital standards

Benefits

-Competitive base salary with a wide range based on experience and scope of practice

-Health, dental, and vision insurance options

-401k with company match

-Paid CE allowance with dedicated CE days

-Paid parental leave, PTO, and sick leave

-Mental health and wellness resources

-Professional dues, license support, and liability coverage