Veterinarian - Gig Harbor, WA

Purdy Veterinary Hospital • Gig Harbor, WA

1d • $130,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Purdy Veterinary Hospital in Gig Harbor, Washington, is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative, close-knit team. The established, exclusively small-animal hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats and has served the community since the 1980s. The practice emphasizes high-quality medicine, teamwork, communication, and lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

The hospital has five exam rooms, a spacious treatment area, a dedicated surgical suite, a dental treatment station, an in-house laboratory area, a pharmacy, brand-new ultrasound equipment, and paperless medical records. Veterinary assistants support the doctors, with a goal of one assistant per doctor. Appointments are typically 15–30 minutes, most often 30 minutes, to allow time for individualized care. Veterinarians collaborate on cases and can practice independently while receiving support from colleagues.

The schedule offers three- or four-day work weeks, with no on-call or after-hours requirements. Surgery and dentistry are optional; veterinarians interested in these areas may have a dedicated morning each week for them. The position offers a ProSal compensation model, a base salary of $130,000–$170,000 depending on experience, and a quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

• Experienced veterinarian.
• Passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate care to dogs and cats.
• Enjoys working in a busy, collaborative general practice environment.
• Values teamwork, open communication, and building lasting client relationships.
• Confident practicing independently while appreciating collaboration with colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in surgery and dentistry; neither is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate veterinary care to dogs and cats.
• Practice in a busy general practice environment and build lasting relationships with clients.
• Practice independently while collaborating with fellow veterinarians on cases.
• Perform surgery and dentistry if interested; these areas are optional.

Benefits

• Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k).
• Generous PTO.
• Professional association dues.
• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Employee discounts and additional perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed