Associate Veterinarian

WellHaven Pet Health

. Ensure high-quality veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and veterinary medical team productivity .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeBellevue • Washington • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in veterinary medicine, including proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry, while ensuring compliance with state regulations and maintaining high standards of patient care. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for guiding the veterinary team and providing exceptional client service.

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Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)State Veterinary Board LicenseProficiency In Anesthesia, Surgery, DentistryCurrent USDA AccreditationMedical Training For Support Staff

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Hard Skills

Veterinary MedicineAnesthesiaSurgeryDentistryMedical Record DocumentationEMR SystemsScheduling Systems

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCalm Under PressureResilience

Certifications & Qualifications

State Veterinary Board LicenseCurrent USDA Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Veterinary CareClient ServiceMedical StandardsDEA RegulationsOSHA Safety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure high-quality veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and veterinary medical team productivity
Maintain a positive hospital environment and uphold medical standards
Adhere to WellHaven protocols and oversee employees to prioritize practice goals
Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans aligned with hospital objectives
Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with state veterinary practice, controlled substance, ethical, and documentation requirements
Maintain thorough and accurate patient medical charts
Communicate comprehensively with clients in person, by phone, and by email
Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects
Provide exceptional client service and advocate for patient well-being
Provide medical training to support staff
Lead and guide the team to meet DEA and OSHA safety standards and regulations
Resolve customer complaints as appropriate
Perform other assigned job duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
State Veterinary Board License
Must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHaven on the first day of employment
Current USDA Accreditation is a plus
Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices
Maintain appropriate medical record documentation
Stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine through professional development and continuing education
Learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems
Ability to provide medical training to support staff
Willingness to train, lead, or manage support staff as required
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment while remaining calm and resilient
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, and visual acuity
Ability to work schedules that may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
No non-competes
Leadership opportunities
Up to 200 hours of PTO, including holidays, CE, and sick time
Comprehensive health coverage
Generous HSA contribution
CE allowance
Pet Wellness plans
Scrub allowance
Professional growth and skill development opportunities
State-of-the-art medical facility and latest technology
Supportive team environment
Full-time benefits at just 30 hours/week