Associate Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Family support resources

Financial stability programs

Mental health support

Educational support

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for Cedar Creek Animal Clinic in Port Orchard, Washington. This full-time role involves providing preventive wellness visits, surgeries, and dental care in a supportive Fear-Free environment.

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) and a State Veterinary Board License. The position offers competitive compensation, mental health support, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the state of hire.
• Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable medical care and preventive visits to clients and their pets.
• Perform surgeries and dentistry with the support of assistants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Collaborate with a supportive team across departments.
• Adhere to Fear‑Free techniques daily.

Skills

Preventive medical care

Surgery

Client communication

Collaboration

Fear-Free techniques

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Active DEA license

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join Cedar Creek Animal Clinic, a small animal general practice in Port Orchard, Washington, for a full‑time, four‑day workweek with scheduled surgery and dentistry days. The successful candidate will provide preventive wellness visits, same‑day sickness care, dentistry, and soft tissue elective procedures while supporting a humane, Fear‑Free® environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable medical care and preventive visits to clients and their pets.
• Perform surgeries and dentistry with the support of assistants and LVTs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients when concerns arise.
• Collaborate with a supportive and collaborative team across all departments.
• Adhere to Fear‑Free® techniques daily.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the state of hire.
• Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production compensation opportunities and no negative accrual.
• Family support and wellness resources.
• Financial stability programs.
• Mental health & wellbeing support.
• Educational support and a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, and Doctor Mentorship Committee.

About Cedar Creek Animal Clinic

Located in Port Orchard, the clinic serves Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, and Bremerton. We collaborate with Thrive Pet Healthcare for national resources while maintaining a local, community‑focused approach.

About Thrive Pet Healthcare

With over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, Thrive supports veterinarians with technology, training, and a connected community. Thrive values diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides a supportive work environment, 24/7 mental health support and professional development opportunities.