Small Animal Associate Veterinarian Job, Shoreline, Washington, USA

The Vet Service; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

CE stipend

Paid time off

Professional development

Licence/DEA fee support

Professional liability coverage

Membership dues support

Access to feline diagnostics

Job summary

The Vet Service in Washington is seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a cat-only clinical environment. This full-time position focuses exclusively on feline patients, from routine preventive care to complex medical and surgical cases.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues, with access to advanced diagnostics, digital radiography, dentistry and an in-house laboratory, while building strong relationships with dedicated cat owners through clear communication.

Qualifications

• Must hold a DVM or equivalent veterinary qualification.
• Current WA veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong interest in feline medicine and cat-friendly handling.
• Collaborative mindset with commitment to ongoing clinical learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, medical and surgical care exclusively for feline patients.
• Manage complex internal medicine, geriatric and behavioural cases in cats.
• Build trusted relationships with dedicated cat owners through clear communication.
• Collaborate with fellow veterinarians on challenging clinical cases.
• Maintain a calm, cat-focused approach to handling and patient care.

Skills

Feline medicine interest

Cat-friendly handling

Collaborative mindset

Continued clinical learning

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary qualification

Washington veterinary license or eligibility

Job description

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian with a genuine interest in feline medicine to join a dedicated cat-only clinical environment. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to focus exclusively on feline patients, from routine preventive care through to complex internal medicine, geriatric, behavioural, nutritional and surgical cases.

The successful veterinarian will work alongside experienced colleagues who regularly collaborate on challenging cases, with access to advanced diagnostics, digital radiography, dentistry, surgery and an in-house laboratory. Previous feline-specific experience is welcomed but not essential, making this an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who is eager to deepen their expertise in cat-focused medicine and low-stress handling.

In this position, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing preventive, medical and surgical care exclusively for feline patients
• Managing complex internal medicine, geriatric and behavioural cases
• Building trusted relationships with dedicated cat owners through clear communication
• Working collaboratively with fellow veterinarians on challenging clinical cases
• Maintaining a calm, cat-focused approach to handling and patient care

Qualifications Needed:

• DVM or equivalent veterinary qualification
• Current Washington veterinary licence or eligibility to obtain one
• Strong interest in feline medicine and cat-friendly handling
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to continued clinical learning
• Feline-specific experience advantageous but not essential

Package:

• Full-time position within a feline-exclusive clinical setting
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Continuing education stipend
• Paid time off provisions
• Professional development opportunities focused on clinical growth
• Veterinary licence and DEA fee support
• Professional liability coverage included
• Professional membership dues supported
• Access to advanced feline diagnostic, dental and surgical resources