Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join an AAHA-accredited companion animal hospital in Silverdale. Both full-time and part-time arrangements are available, making this a flexible opportunity for a veterinarian who values high clinical standards, supportive teamwork, and a schedule that can accommodate different professional needs.
The hospital treats dogs and cats and places a strong emphasis on patient safety, including hands-free radiology practices. The incoming veterinarian will work with an experienced clinical team while managing preventative care, medical cases, diagnostics, surgery, and ongoing client communication.
This position would suit a collaborative clinician who enjoys sharing knowledge, developing trusted relationships with pet owners, and continuing to grow through structured education and practical case experience.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Examine small animal patients and investigate a broad range of medical concerns.
- Create clear diagnostic and treatment plans based on clinical findings.
- Provide preventative healthcare, vaccinations, and routine wellness advice.
- Perform medical and surgical procedures appropriate to your experience.
- Communicate treatment options and home-care instructions clearly to clients.
- Use safe, hands-free techniques when completing radiographic procedures.
- Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
- Work closely with veterinary technicians and fellow clinicians throughout each case.
- Support a positive team environment through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Monitor patient progress and arrange appropriate follow-up care.
- Uphold professional, ethical, and clinical standards at all times.
Qualifications Needed:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Current Washington veterinary licence in good standing or eligibility to obtain one.
- Commitment to practising high-quality, ethical small animal medicine.
- Strong communication skills with clients and hospital colleagues.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative veterinary team.
- Compassionate approach to patient care and client relationships.
- Interest in continued learning and long-term professional development.
- Confidence managing routine companion animal consultations and clinical cases.
Package:
- Flexible full-time or part-time employment options.
- Continuing education allowance with paid education days.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- Paid parental leave, annual leave, and sick leave.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Employee wellbeing and mental health support resources.
- Professional learning opportunities through an extensive internal education platform.
- Potential eligibility for additional variable compensation programmes.
- Employee pet care discounts.
- Access to clinical research and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive AAHA-accredited hospital environment.
- Structured weekday and Saturday operating hours.
