Veterinarian - Milton, WA

About the role

Edgewood Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit, community-focused practice in Milton, WA. We value kindness, collaboration, and work-life balance, and our team includes DVMs and staff with 3–8 years of tenure. We’re open to full-time or part-time veterinarians and welcome doctors who enjoy surgery or want support developing advanced surgical skills.

Schedule

• 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays (typically every 4th)
• Appointments-only or appointments + surgery schedules are both welcome

Mentorship & Support for New Graduates

• Structured onboarding and orientation
• One-on-one surgical training
• Shadowing opportunities
• Blocked appointment times for additional support and learning
• New graduate discussion groups
• An environment where questions are welcomed and encouraged

Dr. Lawrence, our Chief of Staff, has extensive experience mentoring veterinarians and enjoys helping new doctors build confidence and develop their skills. Each DVM has a personal veterinary assistant for the day, along with 2–3 LVTs supporting appointments, procedures, and surgeries. Our team includes 4 LVTs providing an experienced clinical support system.

Practice Design & Support

We’re a busy practice with a strong appointment schedule, regularly booking out weeks in advance. Appointments are scheduled for 30 minutes, unless there is a specific reason for additional time. Our schedule includes a 1.5-hour lunch break plus three additional 30-minute catch-up blocks throughout the day to ensure time for catching up, client communication, and finishing on time.

Our Practice

Edgewood Veterinary Clinic is a full-service hospital committed to delivering high-quality, affordable care while building lasting relationships with pets and their families. We provide preventative, medical, surgical, and dental care, in-house laboratory and IDEXX reference lab access, digital radiography, and established referral partnerships with Puget Sound specialists. Our approach centers on client education, prevention, and personalized care.

Community & Culture

We’re a true community practice deeply connected to Milton, WA. Our clients are loyal and appreciative, and we intentionally make sure our team feels appreciated through weekly snacks, team appreciation luncheons, a large annual Christmas party, and a team outing chosen by the staff. Past outings have included Topgolf, haunted houses, and other activities selected by the team.

Life in Milton, WA

Milton offers peaceful suburban living surrounded by nature, yet it’s just 7 miles from Tacoma and 27 miles from Seattle. Enjoy local parks, coffee shops, restaurants, the Pacific Bonsai Museum, and nearby hiking and outdoor recreation. It’s the perfect blend of small-town warmth and big-city access.

Benefits

• ProSal compensation model with base salary range of $130,000–$160,000 (depending on experience and schedule)
• Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual
• Signing bonus and/or relocation bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual CE allowance
• Professional dues coverage
• Liability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development opportunities