Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
An independently owned small animal hospital in Bellevue, Washington is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its growing team. Currently a single-doctor practice with a strong and busy caseload, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-established clinic that prioritises high-quality, relationship-driven care for dogs and cats within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Working Hours / Rota
This role is ideally full-time at around 32 hours per week, with flexibility to consider part-time applicants, and includes only occasional weekend coverage on a shared rotation approximately once per month, with no emergency or on-call responsibilities.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive small animal care including wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, and medical case management, with flexibility to tailor the role to individual strengths and interests, including options for non-surgical caseloads, while building strong client relationships and working closely with the support team to deliver consistent, high-quality care.

Practice Details
This well-equipped hospital offers digital and dental radiography, in-house IDEXX laboratory, a full surgical suite, and four exam rooms, alongside access to visiting board-certified specialists in surgery and cardiology, creating a strong clinical environment that supports both routine and more complex cases while maintaining a focus on preventative medicine and long-term patient health.

Team
You will work alongside an experienced owner and a dedicated support team, within a close-knit, collaborative culture that values mentorship, clinical development, and maintaining a positive, community-focused approach to veterinary care.

Candidate Requirements 

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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