Veterinarian

About the role

Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic, Beloved Community Hospital | Surgery & Urgent Care, Longview, WA, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team. As a newly AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine through advanced medical standards, compassionate patient care, and a culture of continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of medical and surgical cases, including preventive care, urgent care, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, senior pet care, regenerative medicine, and canine reproduction services.
• Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and continue to develop surgical skills.
• Manage urgent care cases with adaptability and decisiveness.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and support staff.
• Expand medical and surgical knowledge and contribute to a positive hospital culture.
• Help shape the future of a growing AAHA-accredited hospital.

Requirements

• 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.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Strong commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-doctor practice environment.
• Passion for patient care, client education, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Required: 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; minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in small animal medicine and surgery; strong commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively within a multi-doctor practice environment; passion for patient care, client education, and professional growth.
• Preferred: Experience in small animal general practice and urgent care; proficiency in soft tissue surgery and dentistry; experience utilizing ultrasound, digital radiography, and in-house laboratory diagnostics; interest in helping expand clinical services and hospital capabilities; desire to mentor others and contribute to a positive hospital culture.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary + Production
• Sign-On Bonus Available
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Professional Dues and Licensing Support
• 401(k)
• Employee Pet Care Benefits
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development Opportunities