Surgical & Dental Veterinarian — High-Volume Practice

NCVMA; Puyallup (WA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Generous PTO

Professional association dues

Annual CE allowance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital in Puyallup, WA seeks an experienced Associate Veterinarian focused on surgery and dentistry. Join a fast-paced, high-volume hospital and help elevate dental care while managing a robust surgical caseload.

You will work with an experienced medical team, mentor staff in surgical best practices, and contribute to protocols that raise care standards in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and WA veterinary license or eligibility.
• Experience with soft tissue surgeries and dentistry including extractions.
• Ability to build and grow a surgical/dental caseload.
• Comfort in a busy, high-volume hospital setting while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow our dental services.
• Perform a wide range of soft tissue procedures.
• Work up and manage complex medical and surgical cases with a second vet for consultation.

Skills

Soft tissue surgery

Dentistry

Surgical caseload

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD degree

Job description

Experienced Veterinarian – Surgery & Dentistry Focus
Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital | High-Volume, High-Impact Medicine

Canyon Road Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian who thrives in surgery and has a true passion for dentistry. If you are energized by a busy caseload, confident in the surgical suite, and motivated to elevate the standard of dental care in a thriving hospital, we would love to connect.

We are a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service hospital in Puyallup, WA, known for providing high-quality, compassionate care to a loyal and growing client base. Our next doctor will play a key role in expanding and strengthening our surgical and dental services.

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a veterinarian who:

• Is confident performing soft tissue surgeries independently
• Has experience with dentistry, including extractions (simple and surgical)
• Enjoys building a strong surgical and dental caseload
• Thrives in a busy environment and values efficiency without compromising quality
• Wants to collaborate with an experienced, supportive medical team
• Orthopedic experience is a plus, but strong soft tissue surgical skills and dental proficiency are essential.

Your Impact Here

You will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and grow our dental services
• Perform a wide range of soft tissue procedures
• Work up and manage complex medical and surgical cases while having the opportunity to discuss with a second vet. Our current chief of staff has over 20 years of clinical experience, including 18 years of emergency medicine.
• Help shape protocols and elevate standards of care
• Mentor support staff in surgical and dental best practices
• Our medical team brings over 50 years of combined experience, creating a collaborative environment where high-level medicine and teamwork go hand in hand.

Why Canyon Road?

• Loyal, engaged clientele who trust our recommendations
• High surgical and dental demand—your skills will be fully utilized
• A tight-knit team culture with a high supportive staff to Dr. ratio so you can focus on the doctor's tasks
• Balanced scheduling that respects your time and prevents burnout
• A growing hospital with room for professional influence and leadership

Why Puyallup?

Located in the heart of Pierce County, Puyallup offers:

• More affordable housing compared to nearby metro areas
• Excellent schools and beautiful parks
• A vibrant downtown with locally owned shops and standout restaurants
• The iconic annual Washington State Fair
• Easy access to outdoor recreation, hiking, and the Pacific Northwest lifestyle
• It’s a community where you can build both a thriving career and a fulfilling life.

Compensation & Benefits

• ProSal compensation model
• Base salary: $130,000 – $160,000 (DOE)
• Quarterly production bonus (no negative accrual)
• Relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Generous PTO
• Professional association dues
• Annual CE allowance
• Employee discounts and additional perks

If you’re an experienced veterinarian ready to make a meaningful surgical and dental impact in a busy, growing hospital, we’d love to start the conversation.