Mountain Veterinary Hospital - Associate Veterinarian (DVM)Location:Bellingham, WA - Bellingham is the City of Subdued Excitement, known for its range of outdoor activities in the woods, the snow, and the water. We are also well stocked with breweries, delicious food, a bustling downtown Farmer's Market on Saturdays, and lots of places to see live music, comedy, and theater. We have the feel of a bigger city but we've packaged it into a smaller town package. For those larger events you are looking at, Seattle an/or Vancouver, BC are only a couple of hours drive south or north along I-5.
The hospital itself is located about 10 miles outside of the city limits. On clear days, we have a great view of Mount Baker from our parking lot. There are food options close by and a spot to go to the Nooksack River to get away at lunch time and read a book.
Services:- Open Monday through Saturday
- Small Animal only at this time.
- Integrative medicine - combining Western Medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Rehabilitation:
- Surgery
- Acupuncture and Chinese Herbals
- 2 lasers
- Underwater Treadmill
- LVT getting certified for their CCAT (Certified Companion Animal Rehabilitation Therapist)
- Mentoring
Make Mountain Veterinary Hospital Your Home HospitalWe pride ourselves on making a difference to patients and clients from all walks of life. By offering such a wide spectrum of care, we make sure each patient has a treatment plan specific to their circumstances. Our doctors aren't production based, so they are freed to consult and work with each other for each patient, which also allows for mentoring from well-established veterinarians to newer grads.
Our staff ranges across all ages and backgrounds and genuinely enjoy working with each to the point of hanging out together after work hours! We have monthly meetings to go over new topics and they enjoy teaching and learning from one another.
We are looking for a veterinarian that can look at patients as individuals, embrace the spectrum of care, and bring new ideas and methods to our array of services. We are willing to work with you on a work schedule that works for everyone.
Clinic, Equipment, and support team:- Anesthetic machines and monitoring equipment, surgery lights and table
- 2 lasers: K-Laser and Summus
- Portable ultrasound machine
- Underwater Treadmill
- Fiber internet and individual computers for each doctor
- AI assisted dictation to facilitate your SOAP's
- 1 Assigned Assistant to each doctor for every shift, plus a "float" and/or LVT
Compensation:- Competitive salary + production pool bonus
- PTO, Holidays
- CE allowance
- Comprehensive medical insurance options.
Exciting upcoming changes for us:
- A new software: we are switching from a Cloud Based Server to a Web based software (Shepherd): early Spring 2026
- We are adding Dental Radiology and a second anesthesia machine: end of Winter 2026
- Our LVT will be able to offer much needed Rehabilitation to the patients in the surrounding areas once she gets her certification: end of Summer 2026
Requirements for this role:- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program, or currently enrolled and expected to graduate from an accredited veterinary program
- Licensed or license-eligible in Washington
APPLY TODAY to this wonderful hospital! Your future in Bellingham at Mountain Veterinary Hospital awaits!
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary for this opportunity starts at $120,000+ annually. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary for this opportunity starts at $120,000+ annually. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Washington Pay Range
$150,000-$170,000 USD
