Associate Veterinarian - Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital - Portland, OR

WellHaven Pet Health • Happy Valley, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated veterinarian to join its growing team in an AAHA-accredited, preventive-care-focused hospital in Happy Valley, Oregon. The hospital features ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dental X-rays, in-house laboratories, and a full surgery suite. Its Care Companion Wellness Plans and emphasis on long-term client relationships support patients throughout their lives. The team values collaboration, shared decision-making, staff education, and regular doctor, manager, and team meetings.

The Associate DVM provides high-quality veterinary care and client service while supporting employee well-being, medical standards, and hospital performance. The role practices veterinary medicine in compliance with applicable laws and company policies, maintains thorough medical records, communicates with clients, supports staff training, and contributes to community events and hospital projects. The position is performed onsite at the hospital or at an approved offsite event; remote work is not available.

The hospital is part of the WellHaven Pet Health network, which provides broader support while allowing hospitals to remain autonomous. WellHaven emphasizes personal and professional growth, practice support, and work-life balance. Sign-on bonus and relocation support are available to ask about; the posting also describes production bonuses, paid time off, health coverage, an HSA contribution, continuing education support, pet wellness plans, and a scrub allowance.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (VMD), or equivalent degree.
• State Veterinary Board license; must be in good standing in the state(s) where employed on the first day of employment.
• Uphold integrity and ethics in actions and behavior.
• Maintain current veterinary knowledge through continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Provide consistent, high-quality care and safe, exceptional medical services.
• Set priorities effectively and remain action-oriented.
• Work effectively in an extremely fast-paced environment while remaining calm and resilient.
• Learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems.
• Demonstrate 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.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work schedules that may include shifts of 10 or more hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to work around limited space, pet-waste odors, noise, animals that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications, radiation near X-ray equipment, prescription medications, and controlled substances.

Nice To Haves

• Current USDA Accreditation.
• Experience with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
• Experience providing medical training to support staff and leading or managing support staff; the posting notes that new graduates will gain experience over time.

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 prioritizing practice goals.
• Collaborate with the Principal Doctor on development plans aligned with hospital objectives.
• Practice in compliance with the State Veterinary Practice Act, controlled-substance laws, the WellHaven Code of Ethics, and applicable documentation requirements.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charts 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.
• Deliver professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service; adapt communication to clients’ needs and resolve complaints as appropriate.
• Lead and guide the team in meeting safety standards and DEA and OSHA regulations; comply with OSHA standards and company policies.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus (ask about availability).
• Relocation support (ask about availability).
• Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual.
• Up to 200 hours of PTO, including holidays, continuing education, and sick time.
• Comprehensive health coverage.
• Generous HSA contribution.
• Continuing education allowance that flexes with the employee’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