Associate Veterinarian- Chimacum Valley Veterinary Hospital

suvetocareers; Port Hadlock (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

VSOP ownership

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid PTO

Job summary

Chimacum Valley Veterinary Hospital invites licensed veterinarians to join its AAHA-accredited, cat-friendly team on a full-time or part-time basis. The hospital emphasizes internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, and preventative care with a strong mentoring program and a collaborative culture.

Offering a flexible pay package with benefits, a VSOP stock ownership option, and a commitment to work-life balance, this opportunity supports professional growth in a serene Kitsap Peninsula setting.

Qualifications

• DVM license in Washington or eligible to obtain.
• Strong clinical and surgical skills.
• Excellent communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive small-animal veterinary care including medicine, dentistry, and surgery.
• Collaborate with support staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Mentor and support newer veterinarians as part of the hospital team.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Client communication

Surgical skills

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Want to work with a team where your quality of life really matters? Where your employers advocate human wellness just as much as the wellness of the animal patients? Where work feels like a family, because that is what is important to the team? If so, consider applying with us. Whether you're a Full-time or Part-time Veterinarian, you're welcome to apply!

At Chimacum Valley Veterinary Hospital, you'll have a wonderful AAHA-accredited, Cat Friendly Certified, and a Fear Free certified team beside you supporting your veterinary passions! We have highly skilled LVTs and assistants that are ready to help you perform fluidly! We strive to provide the best in internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, and preventative care for your pets. Every Pet. Every Person. Every Time.

Why Chimacum Valley Veterinary Hospital?

• Our Location: We are located on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula, situated amidst the ongoing activities of Port Townsend and the nurturing aspects of nature in our temperate climate. This is a unique area with early Native American roots and Victorian architecture along with a long maritime history. Whether you like exploring outdoors with hiking and kayaking, historic landmarks, downtown hangouts, or being surrounded by farms offering organic and local food, Port Townsend has much to offer. With our unique placement we are only two hours from Seattle, an easy ferry ride to the San Juan Islands or Canada, along with accessibility to the Olympic National Park for day and overnight hiking and exploring.
• Our Care: We are an AAHA-accredited hospital, well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care. We have the capacity to offer services to avian and exotic patients and have clients interested in and committed to Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. We believe in giving pets the longest, healthiest life with those who love them by providing excellent, comprehensive, medical/client care to promote and support the human-animal bond.
• Our Mentoring: We offer a comprehensive mentoring program for newly licensed veterinarians to help them be prepared for a variety of situations while giving them the safety to practice their newly learned skills. The program is designed and tailored to the needs of each individual. We have a great team of kind and supportive DVMs and staff who are willing to pass on wisdom to a great new generation!
• Our Staff: We are fortunate to have a staff committed to our belief of Every Pet. Every Person. Every Time. leading to low turnover and one that continues to grow their skills. We believe and practice Nonviolent Communication to allow non-judgmental listening and build self-empowerment from the inside out. Maintaining a positive culture and open communication is widely valued.
• Our Schedule: Our hospitals offer clinic hours Monday through Friday from 7:30 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. We are looking for Vets to fill both part-time and full-time schedules as part of our team! The schedule consists of 30 minute appointment times and a 90 minutes midday break for lunch and to catch up on needed procedures, if needed. We utilize the services of local emergency services for overnight concerns and emergencies to eliminate the need for on-call duties for DVMs. We offer full time (4 days) or part time with or without surgical responsibilities. There are always other DVMs on the floor and available to help and discuss urgent cases and generally collaborate. WE offer vacation time flexibility with many associates enjoying 4 or more weeks a year.
• Our Compensation: We offer a flexible pay package (salary, Pro-Sal, or production) with a competitive wage, signing bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Salary, commensurate with experience
• Production Earnings
• No Negative Accrual or non-compete
• Flexible Scheduling and generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Granted equity via Suveto's Veterinary Stock Ownership Plan (VSOP)
• 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• And more!

WE BELIEVE IN VETERINARY OWNERSHIP

VSOP® is an innovative way to have ownership in your hospital network. It will provide you with the tools to grow both financially and professionally, without upfront monetary investment. As the hospital network grows from your hard work and dedication, so will the value of your VSOP®.

SUVETO HOSPITAL NETWORK

At Suveto, we're on a mission. We're here to empower vets like you (yes, you) to take ownership of the profession for a better veterinary future.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Takes pride in providing quality medicine
• Is interested in general surgery and/or dentistry
• Is eager to fill a part-time or full-time position
• Is a collaborative member of the medical team with clear and respectful communication with colleagues and team members
• Communicates effectively with clients

If you're a fourth-year veterinary student or an early-career veterinarian looking to elevate your career, we have some incredible opportunities just for you! Whether you're looking to kickstart your journey to practice ownership through Harbor GO or hone your clinical and communications skills through Early-Career Veterinarian Advancement, there's a place for you to take your next step towards owning your future.

Education:

• DVM or equivalent

License/Certification:

• Washington License to practice Veterinary medicine (Required)