Veterinarian - Olympia, WA

Associate Veterinarian

Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital Olympia, WA

Join a collaborative, high-performing team at Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital, a well-established mixed animal practice in beautiful Olympia, Washington, where compassionate medicine, teamwork, and advanced patient care come first.

Why Join Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital?

• Recently renovated standalone hospital with over 650 additional square feet added to our footprint
• Modernized facility featuring:
  • 5 exam rooms
  • Expanded treatment area with 2 wet tables
  • Dedicated surgery prep area
  • Large surgery suite
  • Recovery ward
  • Private dental suite
  • Remodeled pharmacy and lab
  • Upgraded run area

Advanced Equipment & Capabilities

• Electrocautery
• Cold laser therapy
• Digital radiography
• New ultrasound unit
• Cryosurgery kit
• TCI scope
• Digital dental radiology

Our Caseload

• 80% Small Animal / 20% Large Animal (the opportunity currently available is working with only small animal)
• Occasional rabbits and pocket pets
• Opportunity to work alongside a doctor with special interests in large animal reproduction and ruminant medicine

What Makes Us Unique

• Our team's longevity speaks for itselfour medical staff offers over 50 years of combined experience, and many of our support staff have spent years growing their careers with us
• We perform advanced soft tissue surgeries and offer orthopedic procedures with support from a traveling orthopedic surgeon
• Comprehensive reproductive services including:
  • OFA testing
  • Semen collection/evaluation/shipment
  • In-house progesterone/ovulation timing
  • Pregnancy ultrasound
  • Scheduled C-sections
  • Infertility evaluations

Doctor Support & Schedule

• Average 1416 patients per day
• 30-minute wellness appointments
• 45-minute sick appointments
• Strong support staff structure:
  • 1 Doctor : 1 Assistant
  • 2.5 Licensed Technicians

Our Culture

At Chambers Prairie, patient care drives everything we do.

• Team members step in for one another without hesitation
• No one struggles alonewhether that means help with restraint, case management, or making sure teammates take lunch
• Compassion for patients, clients, and each other defines our culture
• Collaborative environment where doctors regularly share knowledge and support one another

Community Involvement

• Concern for Animals
• Joint Animal Services of Thurston County

If You're Looking For:

• A practice that prioritizes high-quality medicine
• A supportive team that truly collaborates
• Access to advanced surgical and reproductive cases
• The opportunity to practice mixed animal medicine in a stunning location

What's in it for you:

Compensation & Benefits:

• A pro-sal compensation model with a base salary of $115,000 - $140,000 (based on experience & schedule)
• Production bonus with no negative accrual
• Signing and/or relocation bonus available
• 401(k) contribution
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• CE allowance + CE PTO
• Professional dues and liability coverage
• Paid vacation + sick time
• Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!

We are so proud of our practice and would love to tell you about our community-based approach to veterinary care. Apply today!

Where we are:

Why Olympia?

• Lakes, forests, wildlife refuges, and tidal flats all within 2030 minutes
• Endless hiking opportunities, including access to Mount Rainier
• Kayaking, paddleboarding, and waterfront recreation nearby
• Stunning sunset views over lakeshores and boardwalks
• Just 60 miles from Seattle for world-class dining, arts, music, and iconic attractions like Pike Place Market