Associate Veterinarian

ECU Health; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family support and wellness

Financial stability

Mental health & wellbeing

Educational support

Job summary

Cedar Creek Animal Clinic in Port Orchard, WA, seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join Thrive Pet Healthcare. The four-day workweek includes scheduled surgeries and dentistry, with support from assistants and LVTs. We embrace Fear Free techniques and a collaborative team environment.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll benefit from local care with national resources, a competitive and negotiable salary based on credentials, and ongoing professional growth through Thrive’s education platform.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the hiring state.
• Active DEA license or eligibility for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for small animals with a focus on preventive and dental services.
• Perform scheduled surgeries and dentistry with support from assistants and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality patient care and maintain Fear Free practices.

Skills

Active DEA license or DEA licensure

State Veterinary Board License

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

About You

Driven veterinarian passionate about holding high standards of medical excellence and fostering collaboration within our team.

Description

Veterinarian | Full Time

Cedar Creek Animal Clinic

Driven veterinarian passionate about holding high standards of medical excellence and fostering collaboration within our team.

You’ll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care to preventive visits to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

The position entails a four-day workweek with scheduled surgery days, including dentistry, with the support of our assistants and LVTs. We look forward to you working hard, collaborating effectively, and enjoying the journey with our experienced team.

We are proud to implement Fear Free® techniques daily.

Cedar Creek Animal Clinic is looking for anAssociate Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

About Our Hospital

Cedar Creek Animal Clinic is a small animal general practice located in Port Orchard, Washington, focusing on small animal preventative wellness, same-day sickness, dentistry, and soft tissue elective procedures. Our hospital has a supportive and collaborative work environment and a loyal and growing client base. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate care with integrity. Teamwork, accountability, and empathy are all equally important.

Join our tenured team of doctors, nursing staff and compassionate front office to ensure your clients and patients are getting the best in veterinary medicine care.

We are openMonday – Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm.

We serve Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, Bremerton.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll care for a pet’s whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds, and connect with your local community — all while backed by our coast-to-coast support. Thrive’s full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets’ health and well-being. We'll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

Benefits – our care in action

• Family support and wellness so that you have security and support no matter the size and shape of your family.
• Financial stability so that you feel confident in your future.
• Mental health & wellbeing, as we recognize and offer resources to alleviate the unique challenges that come in veterinary care.
• Educational support because knowledge isn’t just power, it’s fundamental.

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more! This platform is designed to support and empower you with knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual salary offered will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.