Veterinarian- Locum

A Caring Doctor, P.C.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 179,088 - 206,640; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter Benefits

Continuing Education Resources

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Job summary

The Locum Veterinarian role at Banfield Pet Hospital focuses on preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries in companion animals. You will obtain histories, educate clients, and maintain complete medical records while delivering professional service.

Expect more than 40 hours weekly including weekends and evenings, with a strong emphasis on compliance with laws, safety, and teamwork. This position requires DVM, state license, and DEA credentials in good standing.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• License in good standing with the state veterinary board.
• DEA license required.
• Proven ability to perform basic surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in pets.
• Maintain medical records and communicate plans clearly to clients and team.
• Follow safety protocols, maintain clean, sterile treatment areas.
• Follow state and federal regulations including controlled substances inventory.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Organizational

Surgical

Problem Solving

Client Service

Intellectual Ability

Mathematical

Computer

Management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

License in good standing

DEA license

Job description

Pay Range

$130 - $150 per hour.

Job Summary

The primary purpose and function of the Locum Veterinarian is to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of Pets.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by using safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols and maintaining clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records.
• Educate clients about preventative care, pet health needs, diagnoses/treatments, hospital services, and other related information.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventative care for the wellness needs of pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of pets.
• Effectively communicate diagnosis and treatment plans to the veterinary medical team and clients.
• Ensure local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log.
• Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Hiring Qualifications – Capabilities and Experience (Can Do)

• Multitask: Manage multiple tasks simultaneously; shift attention quickly without loss of accuracy.
• Communication: Read, write, and speak fluent English with strong grammar and vocabulary.
• Organizational: Approach assignments systematically and turn chaos into order.
• Surgical: Perform all basic surgeries using standard medical instruments and equipment.
• Problem Solving: Identify, analyze and solve problems decisively; translate problems into practical solutions.
• Client Service: Provide courteous, informative service and advocate for the pet.
• Intellectual Ability: Follow instructions in oral, written or diagram format accurately.
• Mathematical: Add, subtract, multiply, divide, compute rate, ratio, percent, convert units.
• Computer: Use Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and specialized software confidently.
• Management: Enforce policies, maintain high morale and promote common goals with a coaching philosophy.

Hiring Qualifications – Attitudes (Will Do)

• Initiative: Use discretion to find solutions and present options to improve processes.
• Integrity: Adhere to Banfield's values and ethics, exhibiting honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Cooperativeness: Collaborate with others and share relevant information promptly.
• Flexibility: Accept changing situations, opportunities, and perform tasks as assigned.
• Independence: Perform duties without supervision.
• Tolerance for Stress/Resiliency: Maintain a positive outlook, rebound quickly, and remain composed.

Special Working Conditions

Ability to be confident around pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles). May require more than 40 hours per week, including weekends and evenings. Must have skills in reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language (reading, writing, speaking English). Challenges include moderate noise, variable work demands, and ambulatory needs such as standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand‑eye coordination, finger‑hand‑arm dexterity, and visual acuity for keyboard and equipment use. Exposure to bites or scratches, anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances. Minimal travel for vendor visits or associate education.

Experience, Education and Training

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board.
• DEA license required.
• Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, using standard medical instruments and equipment.

Benefits

• Commuter Benefits: convenient and cost‑effective commuting.
• Continuing Education Resources: VetFolio for online CE courses, webinars, conference proceedings from NAVC and AAHA, and MVH Medical Library with 2000+ journals and 600+ textbooks.
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets for the locum veterinarian and their pet.
• Exclusive Discounts: wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
• Best‑in‑Class Student Debt Relief Program (for full‑time DVMs).
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Top‑Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: free coaching and counseling sessions.
• Associate Life Insurance (company‑paid) and supplemental options.
• Company‑Paid Short‑and Long‑Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing Education Allowance (for eligible positions).
• Back‑Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources.
• Fertility and Family Building Support.
• Digital Exercise Therapy program.
• Voluntary Protection Benefits: coverage for unforeseen events.
• Legal Plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
• Identity Protection coverage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WE ARE A DRUG‑FREE, SMOKE‑FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a qualified veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.