Urgent Care Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Urgent Care Veterinarian – Mountain View Veterinary Hospital Are you a veterinarian who enjoys the pace, variety, and clinical challenge of urgent care medicine? Do you like problem-solving in real time and having the support, tools, and team to handle cases in-house?

Mountain View Veterinary Hospital in Lacey, Washington, is seeking an Urgent Care Veterinarian to join our well-established, 6-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice.

This role is primarily focused on urgent care, though we are absolutely open to candidates interested in a mix of General Practice and Urgent Care, depending on comfort level and professional interests.

Whether you’re an experienced urgent care doctor or a GP looking to expand into more advanced, same-day cases with strong support, this is a great opportunity to practice meaningful medicine without unnecessary referrals.

Why This Role Is a Great Fit for You Urgent Care with Real Clinical Depth Our hospital has the capability to manage a wide range of urgent and emergent cases in-house, and we generally do not refer many cases out to ER.

Our team is comfortable handling advanced procedures such as GDVs, splenectomies, C-sections, blood transfusions, and more. Case involvement is always based on the individual DVM’s comfort level, and collaboration is readily available.

Historically, we have treated many emergent cases that local ERs previously managed, and our team is well-equipped to continue doing so.

Common Urgent Care Cases You’ll See Typical urgent care presentations include ear infections, vomiting, inappetence, lameness, diarrhea, skin conditions, ADRs, and toxicity cases, along with higher-acuity presentations when appropriate.

Strong Clinical Support You’ll be supported by a highly experienced team, including 7 licensed veterinary technicians, allowing you to practice efficiently and confidently without feeling stretched thin.

Schedule & Coverage Expectations Four 10-hour shifts per week Sunday coverage is required Other days are negotiable Hospital hours are currently 8:00am–7:00pm on weekdays Weekend hours are expanding, with a goal of being open until 7:00pm on Saturdays and 6:00pm on Sundays, offering some flexibility as the schedule evolves This role is ideal for someone who enjoys weekend medicine and appreciates having consistency and clarity in scheduling.

Why You’ll Love Working Here Collaborative, Capable Team Work alongside experienced doctors and technicians who value communication, teamwork, and mutual respect. You’ll never feel isolated when managing challenging cases.

High Standards of Medicine As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine with a strong emphasis on client communication and patient care.

Mentorship & Growth Whether you’re newer to urgent care or looking to continue refining your skills, collaboration and mentorship from seasoned clinicians is readily available.

Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary with no negative accrual Monthly production bonus Sign-on bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company HSA contribution Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Robust CE allowance Reimbursement for license fees and membership dues Uniform allowance and more Life in Lacey, Washington Lacey offers a fantastic quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation, parks, and trails, while remaining close to Olympia and Tacoma for dining, culture, and entertainment. Known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, and mild Pacific Northwest climate, Lacey is a wonderful place to live and work.

About Lakefield Veterinary Group Mountain View Veterinary Hospital is proud to be part of Lakefield Veterinary Group, a family-owned organization that prioritizes hospital-level autonomy, strong support systems, and taking care of the people who care for pets.

Our doctors are trusted to practice medicine their way, with the backing and resources of a larger organization. Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited about urgent care medicine, enjoy managing complex cases in-house, and want flexibility to blend in general practice while working with a capable, supportive team, we’d love to connect.

Contact: Jessi Wootten at jessi.wootten@lakefieldvet.com Apply directly: careers.lakefieldvet.com Learn more: mountainviewvet.com

Key Responsibilities

The veterinarian will manage urgent and emergent cases in-house, including advanced surgical procedures and routine urgent care presentations. The role involves collaborating with a team of doctors and technicians to provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care.

Requirements

The candidate must be a licensed veterinarian comfortable with urgent care medicine and capable of handling complex clinical cases. Experience in general practice or emergency medicine is preferred, along with a commitment to team-based care and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary surgeryClinical problem-solvingGDV surgerySplenectomyC-sectionBlood transfusionTeam collaborationAAHA standards

Urgent Care Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% have no call, 92% require no weekends.

What does the Urgent Care market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedUrgent Care median $145k (middle half $132k–$150k)36 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingWashington index 107.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Urgent Care listings in Washington10 active98 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 84% no call · 92% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusWashington healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment159 active listings, Nov 2026
New Urgent Care listings424 in the last 30 days316 the 30 days before (+34%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Benefits & Perks

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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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401k / retirement match
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 1.5
Below most Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 97 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary with no negative accrual
Monthly production bonus
Sign-on bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company HSA contribution
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Robust CE allowance

Living in Lacey

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$479k
Typical market rent
$2,075/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.