Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Stanwood (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

CE allowance

Flexible scheduling

Four-day workweeks

Employee discount

Professional development opportunities

No nights

No weekends

Life‑balance focus

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Stanwood, Washington, is seeking veterinarians for full-time or part-time positions. The clinic operates without nights, weekends, or holidays, and emphasizes a healthy work‑life balance in a growing practice of four veterinarians and 22 staff.

The team offers mentorship for newer veterinarians or opportunities to develop special interests for experienced doctors. Diagnostic capabilities include digital radiology, ultrasound, dental radiography, laser therapy, and

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and national board examination passed.
• Licensure to practice in Washington state (easy to obtain if licensed elsewhere).
• Interest in mentorship and collaborative, life‑friendly practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality veterinary medical care to patients.
• Utilize diagnostic tools (radiology, ultrasound, labs) for case workups.
• Collaborate with a team to develop treatment plans and client education.

Skills

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Work-life balance

Client communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital radiology

Dental radiography

Ultrasound

Laser therapy

In-house laboratory

Job description

Full-time or part-time | No nights, weekends or holidays.

Looking for a veterinary team where you can enjoy your work and still have a life outside the clinic? Come join our independently owned and operated practice in Stanwood, Washington.

Our growing general practice includes 22 staff and 4 veterinarians. We’re busy, supportive, and committed to working to live—not living to work.

Whether you’re a newer veterinarian looking for strong mentorship or an experienced doctor ready to develop a special interest, we have the team and resources to support you. Our practice offers a wide range of diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including:

• Digital radiology
• Dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Laser therapy
• In-house laboratory services

We believe pets make people and communities better. Our core values are Leadership, Excellence, Growth, Accountability, Compassion, and You—because our team and clients matter.

What we offer

• Compensation of $145,000–$200,000
• Flexible compensation structure, including salary, pro-salary, or production options
• Signing bonus
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance
• Flexible scheduling
• Four-day workweeks or a combination of full and half days
• Employee discount
• Professional development opportunities
• No nights
• No weekends
• A supportive, collaborative workplace with excellent work-life balance

We’re open to discussing what you’re looking for—just ask!

If you’re ready to find a practice that feels like home, we’d love to hear from you

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree and passing on national board exam. License to practice in WA (easy to obtain, if you are licensed in another state).