Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, & vision insurance

Sign-on bonus/relocation support

PTO 80 hours

CE allowance + free dental CE

Licenses, dues & memberships covered

Uniforms provided

Pet discounts

Job summary

An AAHA-accredited, veterinarian-owned small animal hospital in Seattle, WA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a growing team. The practice emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and clinical excellence while offering a state-of-the-art facility for dogs and cats.

Full-time hours are four 10-hour shifts weekly with rotating weekends and dedicated surgery days. New graduates receive tailored mentorship, shadowing, and structured clinical development for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Must hold the degree and licenses needed to work as a veterinarian in the USA.
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain a state license.
• Must have the right to work in the USA or obtain a visa if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, surgical, and preventative care for dogs and cats.
• Work four 10-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends and dedicated surgery days.
• Participate in mentorship and structured clinical development for new graduates.

Skills

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Client communication

Clinical excellence

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

This veterinarian-owned, AAHA-accredited animal hospital in Seattle, Washington is hiring for an Associate Veterinarian to join its growing team. Operating from a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in central Seattle, the practice provides high-quality care for dogs and cats while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, mentorship, and clinical excellence. As part of a locally owned five-hospital group with no outside investors or corporate ownership, the hospital offers veterinarians genuine clinical autonomy, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to pursue individual interests while helping expand services within the practice. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking a supportive environment with structured mentorship and long-term career development.

Role Description and Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventative care for canine and feline patients, including wellness care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and client communication. Full-time veterinarians typically work four 10-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends and dedicated surgery days. The practice encourages doctors to develop additional skills and services, helping grow both the hospital and the wider team while reducing the need for referrals. New graduates benefit from a tailored mentorship programme that includes dedicated mentorship support, gradual onboarding, shadowing opportunities, and structured clinical development designed around individual needs and experience levels.

Practice Details

This AAHA-accredited small animal hospital operates from a newly built facility and is equipped with digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound, Class IV laser therapy, in-house laboratory equipment, electronic medical records, and EzyVet practice management software. The practice provides care exclusively for dogs and cats and utilises 30-minute appointments to allow veterinarians the time needed to deliver thorough medicine and build strong client relationships. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, with walk-in services available on Wednesdays between 8:00am and 4:00pm, and weekend hours from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The hospital places a strong emphasis on continuing education, professional growth, and maintaining a Fear Free environment for both patients and team members.

Team

The hospital currently has a team of five veterinarians supported by experienced technicians and support staff committed to delivering high-quality patient care. The culture is collaborative, transparent, and people-focused, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect. Veterinarians are trusted to practice medicine in a way that reflects their individual strengths and interests while benefiting from the support of a close-knit team that prioritises learning, professional growth, and maintaining a positive workplace environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

The Package

Salary up to $160,000 (Annual)

• Up to $160k base salary
• 21% production, paid bi-weekly
• Signing bonus/relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 80 hours of PTO
• CE allowance plus free additional dental CE
• Additional PTO for CE purposes
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Coverage for licenses, dues, and memberships
• Reimbursement for liability insurance
• 2 uniforms provided
• Discounts for up to 4 personal pets
• No negative accrual
• Progression opportunities

Hours: Full Time