Associate Veterinarian - Lake Tapps Veterinary Hospital - Bonney Lake, WA

WellHaven Pet Health • Bonney Lake, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Tapps Veterinary Hospital in Bonney Lake, Washington, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its small-animal practice. The hospital provides comprehensive care, including surgery, dentistry with dental radiography, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, and preventive health care. The Associate DVM helps ensure high-quality veterinary care, excellent client service, employee well-being, and productive medical-team operations. The role works with the Principal Doctor and Practice Manager to support the hospital’s medical quality, environment, and business performance. The position is performed onsite at the hospital or at an approved offsite event location; remote work is not available. Schedules may include shifts of 10 or more hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.

The hospital describes its team as close-knit and supportive, with experienced colleague doctors and staff. Full-time benefits are available at 30 hours per week, and the employer highlights flexible schedules and three-day work weeks. The position also includes community and marketing participation, staff training and leadership responsibilities, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
• State Veterinary Board License.
• Be in good standing with the state or states where employed on the first day of employment.
• Maintain current certification and improve veterinary knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Demonstrate integrity, ethics, accountability, motivation, determination, and a drive to achieve goals and high-quality outcomes.
• Provide consistent, high-quality, safe medical services; set priorities effectively; and remain calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems.
• Meet the position’s physical requirements, including standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and lifting 50 or more pounds.
• Be able to work onsite; remote work is not available.
• Be available for schedules that may include 10 or more hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Current USDA Accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent, high-quality veterinary care and safe, exceptional service while supporting a positive hospital environment, medical standards, and business performance.
• Follow WellHaven protocols and practices and oversee employees in prioritizing practice goals.
• Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans aligned with hospital objectives.
• Practice in accordance with applicable veterinary practice acts, controlled-substance laws, and the WellHaven Code of Ethics, and maintain appropriate medical records.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charts that meet hospital quality-control standards.
• Communicate comprehensively with clients in person, by phone, and by email as needed.
• Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects.
• Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
• Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well-being.
• Provide medical training to support staff and train, lead, or manage support staff as required.
• Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service; communicate and organize effectively with the veterinary team and clients; adapt to client needs; and resolve complaints as appropriate.
• Lead and guide the team in meeting DEA and OSHA safety standards and regulations, and comply with OSHA requirements in company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus offered; ask about details.
• Relocation assistance offered; ask about details.
• Full-time benefits available at 30 hours per week, with three-day work weeks noted.
• Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual.
• Up to 200 hours of PTO, including holidays, continuing education, and sick time.
• Comprehensive health coverage and a generous HSA contribution.
• Continuing education allowance that can flex with the employee’s interests.
• Pet wellness plans.
• Scrub allowance.
• National Park Pass or a season pass for local skiing and snowboarding.
• Leadership opportunities.
• Flexible schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree