Join us to be part of a brand-new animal hospital in Des Moines, WA https://saltwateranimalhospital.com/. At Saltwater Animal Hospital, high quality medicine and patient care meets exceptional client service.  We are committed to providing high quality patient care while supporting our doctors and staff with top tier leadership and investment in continual team development.  We look to create a culture and hospital where doctors and staff take exceptional care of each patient and love coming to work each day to do it, resulting in happy and healthy patients, happy clients, and happy staff members; where everyone and everything is always improving for both the health of our patients and our staff.  We offer competitive compensation, best in class benefits, career growth opportunities, and continuing education for all doctors and staff. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified individual to become part of the team, realize personal and professional growth, and contribute to practice development. We already have a unicorn team of DVMs, LVTs, VAs, CSRs and HM and adding more at our first location in Orting, WA https://ortinganimalhospital.com/. We have had a tremendous response and reviews from the community where the City and all the pet owners are very excited about our brand new practice. We are looking to replicate similar approach at Saltwater AH. 

The Associate DVM will have clinical responsibility for the care of patients in all areas.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in multi DVM practice.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Washington state.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
• Manages time and tasks appropriately.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Strong surgical and dental skills preferred.