Associate Veterinarian, Yelm Veterinary Hospital - Ask about our Sign-On Bonus and Relocation support!

Yelm Veterinary Hospital is a full-service AAHA-accredited hospital in Yelm, WA. You get the small-town feel but are just a short drive away from the city of Lacey or the state capitol of Olympia, and Mt. Rainier is in our backyard. The hospital is in a 7,000 sf building. We offer a robust benefits package, including 401k matching. As a WSU-approved preceptor site, new grads are welcome, and we provide thorough functional skills training, aka mentorship, supporting your first-year growth. We have friendly team members and expect work to be fun, with a work-life balance.

Perks of working with us: Amazing work-life balance, substantial compensation (base & pro sal, no negative accrual), 200 hours of annual PTO, yearly CE allowance, signing and/or moving bonuses offered, and employee discounts. The best part is that you work with great people daily! If you want to be a part of a fantastic team and experience an uplifting, team-oriented, and gratifying work environment - check out our unique practice and grow with us.

The Associate DVM ensures a high quality of veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and productivity of the veterinary medical team. The Associate DVM will be led by the Principal Doctor and Practice Manager to ensure the well-being of the hospital environment, medical quality, and business
performance of the hospital. The Associate DVM also partners to promote and participate in outside hospital events as needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide consistent, high-quality care and exceptional service to ensure the well-being of the hospital environment, medical quality, and business performance of the hospital
• Follow all WellHaven protocols and practices and be responsible for ensuring that employees achieve practice priorities
• Partner with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans to meet hospital goals
• Be an effective communicator with the veterinary team, management, and clients
• Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, and the WellHaven Code of Ethics, along with appropriate medical record documentation
• Ensure complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines
• Demonstrate integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors
• Communicate fully with clients, including in-person, via phone, and via emails as needed
• Assist with community events, outside marketing, and hospital projects
• Proficient in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices
• Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well being
• Adhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined by WellHaven Pet Heath company policies
• Utilize proficient computer skills
• Aid in building an effective veterinary team and be an enthusiastic team member
• Deliver medical training to support staff
• Willing and flexible to lead/manage hospital and support staff as needed
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Full time benefits start within 30 days of hire!

We offer

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Production Bonus with no negative accrual
• Flexible schedules to meet your individual need
• 200 annual hours of Paid Time Off (including holidays/sick pay)
• A flexible CE allowance designed to fit any stage of your career
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Health Savings Account with $500 put in yearly
• Life Insurance
• DEA and State License coverage
• Professional liability included
• 401K
• Health care plans for two pets

Required Core Competencies

• Conflict Management
• Customer Focus
• Drive for Results
• Functional and Technical Skills
• Medical Quality

Required Qualifications

• State Veterinary Board License current and must be in good standing
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent
• Current USDA Accreditation
• DEA License in good standing

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in surgery, anesthesia, dentistry and dental x-rays, and current medical practices
• On and Off-Site Work Options
• All work must be done on-site or at an approved outside hospital/event location, not at home.
• Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Properly restrain, handle and work well with patients (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)
• The position may require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job to meet client needs and work volume.
• The position often requires working weekends and evenings.
• Able to adapt and work well in an environment where the noise level is moderately high
• Able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Solve problems involving several variables
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
• Have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of patients that may bite or scratch and, on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.

Commitment to Diversity

WellHaven commits to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.