Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

License fees paid

Professional memberships paid

CE budget

Dictation software

Medical and dental insurance

PTO

Uniform allowance

Mentorship for new graduates

No weekend shifts

No on-call responsibilities

Ownership opportunities

Job summary

North Spokane Veterinary Clinic in Spokane, WA is seeking a veterinarian to join our privately owned, small animal practice. We value high-quality medicine, client relationships, and a supportive, collaborative team. This role emphasizes mentorship and professional growth in a private practice setting.

We offer a mentorship-friendly environment with no weekends and no on-call shifts, allowing balance between life and work while providing opportunities for future ownership.

Qualifications

• Is committed to practicing high-quality, compassionate medicine.
• Enjoys developing relationships with clients and their pets.
• Communicates effectively and works well as part of a team.
• Values a positive, respectful workplace culture.
• Is interested in continued learning and professional development.
• Wants to be part of a practice—not simply fill a schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals.
• Build relationships with clients and their pets.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver excellent patient care.

Job description

North Spokane Veterinary Clinic is looking for a veterinarian to join our privately owned, small animal practice in Spokane, WA!

Are you looking for a veterinary practice where you can practice high-quality medicine, build meaningful relationships with clients, and genuinely enjoy coming to work?We are a small, close-knit team that believes a positive workplace culture directly impacts the quality of care we provide to our patients and clients. We work hard to create a supportive, welcoming environment where our team can collaborate, continue learning, and feel valued.

The Position:

We are seeking a veterinarian interested in working 2–4 days per week, with flexibility to find a schedule that works well for both the doctor and our practice.This is a great opportunity for an experienced veterinarian looking for a supportive, privately owned practice—or a new graduate looking for mentorship and a place to build their career.

No weekends. No on-call shifts. We believe our doctors should have time to enjoy their lives outside of veterinary medicine.

Our Practice:

North Spokane Veterinary Clinic is a small animal practice equipped to provide comprehensive care to our patients. Our in-house capabilities include:

• Digital radiography
• Dental radiography
• In-clinic ultrasound
• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Dedicated surgical suite

Our doctors have access to the tools they need to provide excellent patient care while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

What We Offer:

We believe in investing in our doctors and supporting both their professional development and quality of life.

Our benefits include:

• Professional veterinary license fees paid
• Local, state, and national veterinary medical association memberships paid
• Substantial CE budget
• Dictation software to reduce charting time and improve efficiency
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Uniform allowance
• Mentorship for new graduates
• No weekend shifts
• No on-call responsibilities
• Opportunities for future practice ownership

Mentorship & Growth:

New graduates are encouraged to apply!We understand that transitioning from veterinary school into clinical practice can be overwhelming. We are committed to providing mentorship, support, and a collaborative environment where new doctors can develop their skills and confidence.

For experienced veterinarians, we offer the opportunity to continue growing professionally and collaboration with teammates while having a voice in the practice and potentially working toward future ownership.

The Veterinarian We’re Looking For:

Is committed to practicing high-quality, compassionate medicine

Enjoys developing relationships with clients and their pets

Communicates effectively and works well as part of a team

Values a positive, respectful workplace culture

Is interested in continued learning and professional development

Wants to be part of a practice—not simply fill a schedule

Shares our commitment to excellent patient and client care

Why North Spokane Veterinary Clinic?

Veterinary medicine is demanding enough. We believe your workplace should support you, not add to the stress.At North Spokane Veterinary Clinic, we prioritize our people just as much as we prioritize our patients. As a privately owned practice, we have the flexibility to listen to our team, make decisions based on what is best for our patients and staff, and maintain the culture we’ve worked hard to build.We want our doctors to have the tools to practice good medicine, the support to continue growing, and the time to enjoy life outside of work.

Life in Spokane & the Inland Northwest:

Located in the heart of the beautiful Inland Northwest, Spokane offers an incredible combination of city amenities and easy access to the outdoors. Whether you’re looking for adventure or simply a place to enjoy an active, balanced lifestyle, there is something for everyone!

Within a short drive, you’ll find beautiful hiking trails, pristine lakes and rivers, camping, fishing, and endless opportunities to explore the outdoors. During the winter months, several great ski and snowboard destinations are easily accessible, making it easy to enjoy the mountains and all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.Spokane offers the best of both worlds—a welcoming community with the conveniences of a growing city, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Inland Northwest. Come for the career opportunity and stay for the lifestyle!

If you’re looking for a practice where culture, teamwork, mentorship, work-life balance, and patient care genuinely matter, we’d love to meet you.Come join a team where you can build a career—not just fill a schedule.

Interested in learning more? We’d love to hear from you!