Veterinarian Join Our Slightly Dysfunctional but Wonderful Family

HEART AND SOUL VETERINARY SERVICES; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

HEART AND SOUL VETERINARY SERVICES in Tacoma, Washington is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate veterinarian to join their team. The clinic values community and high-quality medicine, offering a supportive and close-knit environment. Candidates should have a DVM or equivalent and be willing to work ten-hour shifts. Benefits include employee discounts, health insurance, flexible scheduling, and robust mentorship programs. Join a practice that prioritizes genuine care for pets and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree is required.
• Previous work experience is ideal but not required.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and anesthesia protocols is necessary.
• Excellent communication skills are essential to explain complex concepts.
• Availability for 10 hour shifts is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive examinations on all patients.
• Diagnose medical problems and provide thorough treatment plans.
• Perform surgeries, including routine procedures and advanced procedures.
• Advise pet owners on preventative healthcare and overall pet well-being.
• Maintain detailed medical records and manage time effectively.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of medical equipment

Ability to work 10 hour shifts

Patience and love for animals

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Anesthesia protocols knowledge

Job description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job Summary At Heart and Soul Veterinary Center, our name isn’t just a label—it reflects how we practice, how we treat our patients, and how we show up for one another every day.

We are an independent and privately owned and operated veterinary clinic in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, and we are excited to soon welcome a new veterinarian to our team! We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate doctor who is motivated to practice high-quality medicine, values connections and collaboration with our clients and staff members, and has a passion for true continuing education and professional/personal development and growth,

We like to joke that we’re a bit of a “dysfunctional family” - we spend the majority of our time together, we are in each others' personal lives and we continuously spend time with one another outside of the clinic, but the truth is we are a deeply supportive and tight‑knit team. The “heart” of our practice is the genuine care we have for our patients, clients, and each other. The “soul” is the intention behind everything we do—from thoughtful communication during challenging cases, or to the way we support one another through busy days and unexpected life events - we believe in showing up, being there for our team and doing the right thing. Our culture and sense of community, is something we actively nurture and it is one of the main reasons our team loves being here.

Our clinic is currently open from 8am to 6pm, five days a week, with plans to expand to six as we continue to grow. Each of our veterinarians works a consistent schedule of four 10‑hour shifts per week, allowing for both continuity of care and meaningful time away from the clinic. We’ve designed our schedule intentionally to support both excellent medicine and a sustainable work‑life balance.

We are proud to be a low‑volume, high‑quality practice. This means we see fewer patients per day so that we can spend more time with each individual pet and client. We believe this approach leads to better medicine, stronger client relationships, and a more fulfilling experience for our team. You’ll have the time you need to think critically, communicate thoroughly, and practice the kind of medicine you were trained to provide.

Medically, we hold ourselves to a high standard. We follow AAHA guidelines and are actively working toward Fear Free Certification, reflecting our dedication to progressive, low‑stress, patient‑centered care. At Heart and Soul Veterinary Center, this means taking the time to do things the right way—advocating for our patients, educating our clients, and creating an environment where both pets and people feel safe and supported.

We’re looking for a veterinarian who not only values strong clinical medicine, but also believes in the importance of empathy, teamwork, and building lasting relationships. Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian or a newer graduate, you’ll find mentorship, encouragement, and a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed.

If you’re searching for a place where your work has meaning, your voice is heard, and you can practice medicine with both heart and soul, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive examinations on all patients.

Diagnose medical problems and provide thorough treatment plans.

Perform surgeries including common routine procedures, dentistry, and some advanced procedures (pending experience and comfort level).

Advise pet owners on preventative healthcare, nutrition, overall pet well‑being, and any medical conditions that are diagnosed.

Maintaining appropriate detailed medical records.

Time management

Contributing towards and maintaining positive clinic culture by supporting team members, clients, by going above and beyond what is expected

Progressive Professional growth by always keep learning and teaching others, actively participating in appropriate CE

Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling.

Great Mentorship including Comprehensive Surgical Mentorship.

Pro-Sal Earning Structure.

Medical/Dental/Vision

Amazing Culture.

Independently Owned.

Robust AI/Voice Dictation Platform

License reimburement (VT and DEA).

Slush Fund for Scrubs/Personal Equipment/CE/etc. $2,500.00/year.

Additional future benefits in the works!

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree

Previous work experience is ideal but not required! We do not mind having new or recent graduates - we actually enjoy teaching!

Knowledge of medical equipment and anesthesia protocols.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex medical concepts in simple terms.

Problem‑solving skills.

Availability for 10 hour shifts.

Open to rotating weekends in the future.

Patience and a love for animals (and their people).