Associate Veterinarian - High-End Facility, High-End Support - Animal Clinic East, Walla Walla, WA

Western Veterinary Partners

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college
  • Active Washington veterinary license or ability to obtain prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Dedication to evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Team-oriented mindset with a focus on patient care

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality preventive and wellness care for small animals
  • Conduct medical diagnostics and manage complex cases
  • Perform soft tissue surgeries and routine dental procedures
  • Use in-house lab diagnostics and digital radiography
  • Offer urgent care and handle same-day medical cases
  • Educate clients on pet health and preventive care
  • Collaborate with a multi-doctor team to enhance case management

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Reimbursement for professional dues and licenses
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Employee discounts on pet care services
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
Full Job Description
Animal Clinic East is looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to our growing practice. We are a small animal hospital that has proudly served the pets of Walla Walla Associate Veterinarian (DVM/VMD)

Animal Clinic East | Walla Walla, Washington

Animal Clinic East is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our established, multi-doctor small animal practice in beautiful Walla Walla, Washington.

Opportunity:

Full-Time, 30-40 hours per week, rotating Saturdays; or Part-Time, 20-25 hours per week, rotating Saturdays

Practice Highlights
  • Established veterinary hospital serving the Walla Walla Valley for more than 40 years
  • Large, collaborative multi-doctor team
  • Loyal client base that values high-quality veterinary care
  • Full-service small animal practice
  • Wellness and preventive care
  • Medical diagnostics and case management
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Dentistry and oral surgery
  • Urgent care and same-day medical cases
  • Therapeutic laser services
  • In-house laboratory diagnostics
  • Digital radiography
  • Ultrasound capabilities
  • Comprehensive pharmacy services
  • More than 100 years of combined surgical experience among our veterinary team

Whether you're interested in expanding your surgical skills, growing your confidence with diagnostics, or practicing comprehensive companion animal medicine, you'll have opportunities to continue developing your interests while learning from experienced colleagues.

What Kind of Veterinarian Will Thrive Here?

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients and becoming a trusted healthcare partner throughout their pets' lives.

Our ideal candidate is:
  • Compassionate and client-focused
  • Collaborative and team-oriented
  • Committed to practicing high-quality medicine
  • Curious and eager to continue learning
  • Interested in contributing to a positive hospital culture
  • Excited to help patients live healthier, happier lives

Whether your passion lies in wellness care, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, diagnostics, or a combination of everything that makes general practice rewarding, you'll have the support and flexibility to pursue your interests.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your professional success and personal well-being, including:
  • Competitive base salary plus production opportunities
  • Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
  • Relocation assistance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Continuing Education (CE) allowance
  • Professional dues and license reimbursement
  • DEA reimbursement
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities

Areas of Clinical Interest

We're excited to connect with veterinarians who enjoy or would like to further develop skills in:
  • Small animal general practice
  • Companion animal medicine
  • Preventive care and wellness
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Dentistry and oral health
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Internal medicine
  • Urgent care medicine
  • Client communication and education
  • Collaborative case management
  • Professional development and lifelong learning

Whether you're looking to strengthen existing skills or explore new areas of veterinary medicine, you'll find opportunities to grow in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)
  • Active Washington veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Dedication to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

New Graduates Welcome

We welcome veterinarians at all stages of their careers. New graduates will receive mentorship, case collaboration, and clinical support designed to build confidence, strengthen clinical skills, and foster long-term success.

Life in Walla Walla

Walla Walla offers an exceptional quality of life that combines outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown, award-winning wineries, and a welcoming community.

Enjoy:
  • World-renowned wine country
  • Exceptional restaurants and local dining
  • Hiking, cycling, fishing, and outdoor adventures
  • Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools
  • A thriving arts and cultural scene
  • Easy access to Seattle, Spokane, Portland, and the Blue Mountains
  • Four beautiful seasons and stunning natural scenery

It's the kind of place where you can build a fulfilling veterinary career while enjoying the lifestyle you've worked hard to achieve.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a practice where collaboration, mentorship, quality medicine, and client relationships truly matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why Animal Clinic East could be the perfect next step in your veterinary career.

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