Veterinarian

Terrace Heights Family Pet Clinic is searching for an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) who prioritizes client communication, has a positive attitude, and enjoys appointments just as much as surgery.

The role:


As our next doctor, your home-base will be Terrace Heights Family Pet Clinic and you will have the opportunity to split time at our partner practice in Yakima Animal Medical Service. Your main focus will be small animal medicine; however, we also see companion animals and AMS treats equine patients for those interested in mixed animal services.

What makes Terrace Heights Family Pet Clinic stand out?

• Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education
• Our practice has a special interest in dentistry which includes not only teeth cleaning, but advanced procedures such as endodontics
• We are the only Silver Certified Cat Friendly Practice in Yakima County
• We have great longevity with numerous long-term technicians on our highly skilled support staff team
• We'll support your professional interests and allow you to practice the things that matter most to you
• We'll help build a schedule that best fits your ideal work/life balance and offers you time to enjoy life outside of work
• We recently welcomed our new Medical Director , Dr. Jamie Reed, who brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and connections in Yakima to our team

Take a virtual tour our hospital and the Yakima community here:

We're under new leadership! Get to know Dr. Jamie Reed:

• Background: Dr. Reed is a Yakima native, WSU grad, and has been practicing small animal medicine for the past 10 years. She takes special interest in providing high quality care and excellent client communication. She was even a kennel attendant at Terrace Heights nearly 23 years ago!
• Leadership style: Dr. Reed's goal is to inspire and motivate team members to achieve their best work through clear communication, empathy, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive work environment. She fosters a culture of trust and accountability, empowering team members to take ownership of their work and feel confident in their abilities.
• Commitment to mentorship: Dr. Reed thoroughly enjoys sharing knowledge, skills, and experience with others in a supportive and constructive manner. She feels strongly that mentorship benefits the mentee and the mentor and is eager to encourage others' growth and develop her own leadership skills.

Our investment in YOU:

• Competitive compensation DOE
• Exciting bonus / relocation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
• Support your professional interests, whatever they may be!
• Generous annual PTO with rollover
• Paid parental leave / bonding time
• Annual CE allowance with days off to attend
• Professional development assistance
• Paid professional membership dues / licensing / AVMA PLIT
• Structured mentorship program
• 401(k) options
• Personal pet discounts
• VIN membership
• Investment in your interests (park passes, charity donation, etc.)
• Plus more!

Our commitment to mentorship:

We're open to Veterinarians of all experience levels, including new graduates. Aside from collaborating with relief doctors and Animal Medical Service's team, additional ways we'll support your mentorship and professional growth include:

• Guidance from a talented Medical Advisory Board
• Structured mentorship program (for early career veterinarians or interested mentors)
• Monthly DVM rounds with an internal medicine specialist
• Dentistry training courtesy of a board-certified dental specialist
• Access to DVMs throughout Eastern Washington available for mentorship
• Mentorship, guidance, and feedback from Dr. Reed

Outdoor enthusiasts, the Yakima Valley is calling your name!


Yakima is home to sunny skies, crystal clear mountain views, and miles of hills to climb and trails to blaze in every direction. From outdoor recreation (hike, swim, dirt bike, ski-you name, it!) to award-winning wineries, farm-to-table eateries, and farm fresh produce around every corner, it is the perfect place to explore and savor . Yakima is about 60 miles southeast of Mount Rainier in Washington and is blessed with 300+ days of sunshine each year. With its beautiful, experience-all-the-seasons weather, central location, relatively low cost of living, and strong sense of community, it's a premiere place to live, work, and play. P.S. if you're a Washington State University graduate who loved Pullman, you're likely to love Yakima too!

Housing in Yakima:


Not only is housing more affordable in Yakima, but you're also able to own property/acreage at a lower price too! With great options for singles, couples, and families, in Yakima you can find yourself living in the mountains, riverfront, or amongst the plains. The best part? No matter where you choose, the views are incredible, and the price is right in the Yakima Valley.


Don't wait! If you are interested in taking the next step in your veterinary career, apply today!


Required for this role:

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program, or currently enrolled and expected to graduate from an accredited veterinary program
• Licensed or license-eligible in Washington