Associate Veterinarian — Full-Time or Part-Time

Tender Touch Small Animal Hospital; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Continuing education allowance

Health, dental and vision insurance

Uniform allowance

Employee pet discounts

Paid time off (one month)

DEA license coverage

Professional liability insurance

Cash Balance Plan eligibility

Job summary

Tender Touch Small Animal Hospital in Redmond, WA is seeking an associate veterinarian to join our privately owned small animal and integrative practice. You will work directly with Dr. Sandhya Sadhanala in a supportive team that values clinical judgment and thoughtful communication with clients.

With 30-minute appointments, no on-call duties, and a four-day work week, you’ll have time for preventive care, client education, and building lasting relationships while maintaining work–life balance.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree and Washington licensure eligibility.
• Strong clinical judgment and client communication.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and medical care for small animals.
• Conduct examinations, diagnostics and treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with Dr. Sadhanala and staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

Independently Owned Practice | Four-Day Work Week | 30-Minute Appointments | No On-Call

Tender Touch Small Animal Hospital is seeking an associate veterinarian to join our privately owned small animal and integrative practice in downtown Redmond, Washington.

Work directly with owner and veterinarian Dr. Sandhya Sadhanala in a supportive team environment where your ideas and clinical judgment are valued. With 30-minute appointments, an established client community and opportunities to build lasting patient relationships, you’ll have time to focus on thoughtful medicine and clear client communication.

We welcome veterinarians who enjoy preventive care, client education and compassionate handling, including an interest in Fear Free techniques. An interest in integrative medicine is welcome.

Why Join Tender Touch?

• Independent ownership: Work directly with the veterinarian who owns the practice and help shape how we care for patients.
• Time for patient care: Thirty-minute appointments support thorough examinations and meaningful conversations with clients.
• Established relationships: Care for pets whose families value personal attention and continuity.
• A collaborative team: Share cases and ideas with Dr. Sadhanala and our support staff.
• A well-equipped hospital: Full surgery suite, digital X-ray, digital dental X-ray, ultrasound and in-house laboratory capabilities.
• Convenient location: Downtown Redmond with convenient parking for staff and clients.

Schedule:

• Full-time position with a four-day work week.
• Part-time applicants are also encouraged to apply; let us know your preferred days and availability.
• Weekday hospital hours: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Saturday hours: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with a commitment of one to two Saturdays per month.
• No on-call duties.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Full‑time annual base salary: $120,000–$160,000, depending on experience.
• Sign‑on bonus up to $15,000.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Uniform allowance and employee pet discounts.
• One month of paid time off, including holidays and sick pay.
• DEA registration and Washington state veterinary license coverage.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Cash Balance Plan eligibility after one year of employment, subject to plan terms.

Part‑time compensation and benefit eligibility will be discussed based on the agreed schedule.

About You:

You hold a DVM or equivalent degree and are licensed—or eligible for veterinary licensure—in Washington State. You value sound clinical judgment, kind communication and teamwork, and enjoy helping clients make informed decisions about their pets’ care.