Associate Veterinarian - WHPH Mill Plain - Vancouver, WA

Mill Plain • Vancouver, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WellHaven Pet Health Mill Plain is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide high-quality veterinary care and client service while supporting employee well-being and the productivity of the veterinary medical team. The veterinarian 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; remote work is not available.

The AAHA-accredited hospital is a newly built facility offering wellness care, routine surgeries, medical appointments, and canine daycare. Its resources include full-mouth digital radiographs, digital radiography, and an Idexx in-house laboratory suite. The team emphasizes preventative care and a supportive, collaborative environment for professional and personal growth.

Schedules may include shifts of 10 or more hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays. The role involves working in a limited-space hospital environment with animal-related noise and odors, and routine exposure to potential bites or scratches, biological hazards, anesthesia medications, radiation near X-ray equipment, and prescription medications, including controlled substances.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
• State Veterinary Board license.
• Must be in good standing with the state or states where employed on the first day of employment.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.
• Motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to prioritize, remain action-oriented, and stay calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide a high level of accountability.
• Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information.
• Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Current USDA Accreditation.
• Experience or proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices; new graduates may gain experience over time in medical training and safety leadership duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, high-quality veterinary care and safe, exceptional medical services.
• Help maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance.
• Follow WellHaven protocols and practices, and oversee employees in support of practice goals.
• Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans aligned with hospital objectives.
• Practice in compliance with applicable veterinary practice acts, controlled-substance laws, and the WellHaven Code of Ethics.
• Maintain thorough, accurate medical records and 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 excellent 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; adapt to client needs and resolve complaints as appropriate.
• Lead and guide the team in meeting safety standards and DEA and OSHA regulations; meet OSHA standards outlined in company policies.
• Stay current with veterinary medicine through professional development and continuing education.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus or relocation assistance may be available; applicants are invited to ask about them.
• 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 be tailored to the veterinarian’s interests.
• Pet wellness plans.
• Scrub allowance.
• Leadership opportunities.
• Full-time benefits available at 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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