Associate Veterinarian (DVM) - Small Animal General Practice - Richland, WA

Richland Animal Hospital; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous relocation assistance

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Medical insurance options

401(k)

Job summary

Richland Animal Hospital in Richland, WA, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our collaborative, small animal practice. You’ll enjoy variety in general practice, strong diagnostics, and a supportive team focused on high‑quality patient care.

We offer generous relocation assistance to help you move to the Tri‑Cities area. Our hospital features a well‑equipped surgical suite, LVTs and assistants, and opportunities across general practice, internal medicine, urgent care, surgery,

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program.
• Active Washington veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure.
• Commitment to compassionate, high‑quality veterinary medicine.
• Strong client communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Collaborative approach with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and hospital leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality general practice care for small animals.
• Perform routine surgeries and dentistry as part of caseload.
• Manage urgent and same‑day cases in coordination with the team.
• Educate clients on preventive care and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to maintain efficient, high‑quality patient care.

Skills

Small animal GP

Preventive care

Internal medicine

Urgent care

Soft tissue surgery

Dentistry

Client communication

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) - Small Animal General Practice - Richland, WA

Great Medicine. A Team That Has Your Back. A Place You’ll Want to Call Home.

Richland Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative small animal practice in the heart of Washington’s Tri‑Cities region. If you enjoy the variety of general practice, appreciate having strong diagnostics and an experienced support team at your fingertips, and want to work with people who genuinely enjoy working together, we’d love to meet you.

Our doctors practice high‑quality, practical medicine with the freedom to work through interesting cases, perform surgery, manage same‑day and urgent care needs, and build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

Relocating to Washington? We’d love to talk. Relocation candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, and we offer generous relocation assistance to help make the move to the Tri‑Cities easier.

Make Richland Animal Hospital Your Home Hospital

There’s a lot to love about practicing at Richland Animal Hospital, but our team is what makes this hospital special.

We’re knowledgeable, collaborative, kind, and not afraid to have some fun along the way. We will belly‑laugh with you on the great days and expertly support you through the challenging ones. Joining the Richland team means having people around you who genuinely have your back.

Our veterinarians are supported by experienced LVTs and veterinary assistants, including an LVT who serves as our Hospital Manager. Doctors have access to strong diagnostic capabilities, a well‑equipped surgical suite, and a team that knows how to help them work efficiently while maintaining excellent standards of patient care.

About Our Practice

Open: Monday–Friday

Our caseload includes:

• Small animal general practice
• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Internal medicine and diagnostics
• Drop-off and urgent care cases during regular business hours
• Occasional pocket pets
• Dentistry
• No on‑call responsibilities — a 24/7 emergency hospital is available locally for after‑hours care

Surgery & Clinical Opportunities

For a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, Richland Animal Hospital offers the opportunity to maintain and expand a broad surgical skill set. Procedures performed within the practice include:

• Spays and neuters
• Mass removals
• Eyelid procedures
• Amputations
• Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) procedures
• Other soft tissue procedures

Whether your interests lean toward general practice, internal medicine, preventive care, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, or a combination, there is room to build a caseload around your clinical strengths and interests.

Equipment & Support

Our hospital is equipped to support efficient, high‑quality veterinary medicine with:

• Three clean, comfortable exam rooms
• Large treatment area
• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Digital radiography
• In‑house laboratory diagnostics
• Two Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• One full‑time and two part‑time Veterinary Assistants
• LVT Hospital Manager

We believe great veterinary medicine is a team effort, and our support staff plays an important role in allowing doctors to focus their time and energy on diagnosing, treating, and communicating with clients.

Richland is part of Washington’s growing Tri‑Cities region, along with Kennewick and Pasco, offering a combination of outdoor recreation, amenities, sunshine, and easy access to some of the best experiences in the Pacific Northwest.

Three rivers run through the region, providing plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming, cycling, or simply getting outside after work. The area also offers an expanding restaurant and shopping scene, numerous wineries, and easy access to mountain recreation.

For veterinarians considering a move to Washington, the Tri‑Cities can offer something increasingly difficult to find: a thriving community with plenty to do without the traffic and cost of living associated with larger Pacific Northwest metro areas.

And because we know relocating for the right veterinary opportunity is a big decision, generous relocation assistance is available.

Areas of Clinical Interest

We’d especially love to meet veterinarians with an interest in one or more of the following:

• Small Animal General Practice
• Preventive & Wellness Care
• Internal Medicine
• Urgent Care & Same‑Day Cases
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Dentistry
• Client Education & Communication

What You’ll Bring

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program
• Active Washington veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure
• Commitment to compassionate, high‑quality veterinary medicine
• Strong client communication and relationship‑building skills
• Collaborative approach to working with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and hospital leadership
• Interest in contributing to a positive, supportive hospital culture

Our doctors are productive, efficient, and well‑supported to do their best work. Compensation can be tailored based on experience, clinical interests, and schedule.

Benefits include:

• Competitive base salary + production bonus
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous relocation assistance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance
• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Additional benefits based on eligibility

Come Practice With Us

If you’re looking for a small animal veterinarian position in Washington where you can practice excellent medicine without losing the relationships and camaraderie that make general practice rewarding, Richland Animal Hospital deserves a closer look.

Bring your clinical strengths, your interests, and your personality. We’ll provide the team, tools, and support to help you do your best work.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Richland AH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.