Richland Animal Hospital - Richland, WashingtonAssociate VeterinarianRichland Animal Hospital is seeking an
Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative small animal practice in the heart of Washington's Tri-Cities region. If you enjoy the variety of general practice, appreciate having strong diagnostics and an experienced support team at your fingertips, and want to work with people who genuinely enjoy working together, we'd love to meet you.
Our doctors practice high-quality, practical medicine with the freedom to work through interesting cases, perform surgery, manage same-day and urgent care needs, and build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
Relocating to Washington? We'd love to talk. Relocation candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, and we offer
generous relocation assistance to help make the move to the Tri-Cities easier.
Make Richland Animal Hospital Your Home HospitalThere's a lot to love about practicing at Richland Animal Hospital, but our team is what makes this hospital special.
We're knowledgeable, collaborative, kind, and not afraid to have some fun along the way. We will belly-laugh with you on the great days and expertly support you through the challenging ones. Joining the Richland team means having people around you who genuinely have your back.
Our veterinarians are supported by experienced LVTs and veterinary assistants, including an LVT who serves as our Hospital Manager. Doctors have access to strong diagnostic capabilities, a well-equipped surgical suite, and a team that knows how to help them work efficiently while maintaining excellent standards of patient care.
About Our PracticeOpen: Monday-Friday
Schedule: 3-5 days per week, negotiable
Our caseload includes:
- Small animal general practice
- Preventive and wellness medicine
- Internal medicine and diagnostics
- Same-day sick appointments
- Drop-off and urgent care cases during regular business hours
- Occasional pocket pets
- Dentistry
- Soft tissue surgery
- No on-call responsibilities - a 24/7 emergency hospital is available locally for after-hours care
Surgery & Clinical OpportunitiesFor a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, Richland Animal Hospital offers the opportunity to maintain and expand a broad surgical skill set. Procedures performed within the practice include:
- Spays and neuters
- Mass removals
- Eyelid procedures
- Foreign body surgeries
- Cystotomies
- Amputations
- Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) procedures
- Other soft tissue procedures
Whether your interests lean toward
general practice, internal medicine, preventive care, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, or a combination, there is room to build a caseload around your clinical strengths and interests.
Equipment & SupportOur hospital is equipped to support efficient, high-quality veterinary medicine with:
- Three clean, comfortable exam rooms
- Large treatment area
- Fully equipped surgical suite
- Digital radiography
- Digital dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratory diagnostics
- Boarding kennels
- Two Licensed Veterinary Technicians
- One full-time and two part-time Veterinary Assistants
- LVT Hospital Manager
We believe great veterinary medicine is a team effort, and our support staff plays an important role in allowing doctors to focus their time and energy on diagnosing, treating, and communicating with clients.
Why Richland, Washington?Richland is part of Washington's growing
Tri-Cities region, along with Kennewick and Pasco, offering a combination of outdoor recreation, amenities, sunshine, and easy access to some of the best experiences in the Pacific Northwest.
Three rivers run through the region, providing plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming, cycling, or simply getting outside after work. The area also offers an expanding restaurant and shopping scene, numerous wineries, and easy access to mountain recreation.
For veterinarians considering a move to Washington, the Tri-Cities can offer something increasingly difficult to find: a thriving community with plenty to do without the traffic and cost of living associated with larger Pacific Northwest metro areas.
And because we know relocating for the right veterinary opportunity is a big decision,
generous relocation assistance is available.Areas of Clinical InterestWe'd especially love to meet veterinarians with an interest in one or more of the following:
- Small Animal General Practice
- Companion Animal Medicine
- Preventive & Wellness Care
- Internal Medicine
- Urgent Care & Same-Day Cases
- Soft Tissue Surgery
- Dentistry
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Ultrasound
- Client Education & Communication
What You'll Bring- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program
- Active Washington veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure
- Commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine
- Strong client communication and relationship-building skills
- Collaborative approach to working with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and hospital leadership
- Interest in contributing to a positive, supportive hospital culture
Compensation & BenefitsOur doctors are productive, efficient, and well-supported to do their best work. Compensation can be tailored based on experience, clinical interests, and schedule.
Benefits include:
- Competitive base salary + production bonus
- Bonus opportunities
- Generous relocation assistance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education allowance
- Comprehensive medical insurance options
- Additional benefits based on eligibility
Come Practice With UsIf you're looking for a
small animal veterinarian position in Washington where you can practice excellent medicine without losing the relationships and camaraderie that make general practice rewarding, Richland Animal Hospital deserves a closer look.
Bring your clinical strengths, your interests, and your personality. We'll provide the team, tools, and support to help you do your best work.
Apply today to learn more about joining Richland Animal Hospital in Richland, WA. Relocation candidates are welcome.Washington Pay Range
$100,000-$150,000 USD
