Associate Veterinarian - Paws & Claws Pet Medical Center (Troutdale, OR)

Western Veterinary PartnersTroutdale, OR
Onsite

About The Position

Paws & Claws Pet Medical Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join their welcoming and collaborative team in Troutdale, Oregon. They are open to both full-time and part-time veterinarians, with scheduling flexibility ranging from 1–4 days per week. Mondays are needed, but they are happy to build a schedule that supports your ideal work-life balance. Founded in 1994, Paws & Claws has proudly provided exceptional veterinary care to pets and their families throughout Troutdale, Gresham, and the surrounding Portland metro area for nearly 30 years. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or looking for a supportive environment to continue developing your skills, you'll find a team committed to collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality medicine. The doctors are supported by experienced Certified Veterinary Technicians, talented assistants, and a highly respected Hospital Manager who has helped create a positive and efficient workplace culture for more than a decade. The practice offers opportunities in small animal and exotic pet medicine, including surgery, wellness, internal medicine, and urgent care. The hospital is equipped with modern technology, including a paperless medical records system (ImproMed), digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house diagnostics, and surgical capabilities.

Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine, or equivalent certification for international graduates
  • Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
  • Active Oregon veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date

Nice To Haves

  • Experience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics
  • Experience in small animal general practice, urgent care, or companion animal medicine
  • Interest in exotics medicine
  • Interest in surgery and dentistry
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach to medicine

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and pocket pets.
  • Perform surgery.
  • Focus on wellness, internal medicine, urgent care, or companion animal practice.
  • Utilize modern equipment and streamlined workflows.
  • Maintain paperless medical records.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary based on experience
  • Production bonus opportunities
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Paid CE days
  • Professional development support
  • Additional benefits available for qualifying positions
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Vacation
  • Sick leave

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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