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Klamath Falls, Oregon

Associate Veterinarian - East and West Ridge Animal Hospitals (Klamath Falls, OR)

VeterinarianNo callNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
  • East & West Ridge Animal Hospitals | Klamath Falls, Oregon
  • Full-Time | Small Animal, Pocket Pets & Exotics | Flexible Schedule | New Graduates Welcome

East and West Ridge Animal Hospitals are seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our growing team in Klamath Falls, Oregon. This position will primarily be based at East Ridge Animal Hospital, with occasional coverage at our sister location, West Ridge Animal Hospital.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking to expand your skills or a new graduate seeking mentorship and support, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the flexibility and work-life balance that Southern Oregon has to offer.

Why Join East & West Ridge Animal Hospitals?

Our mission is simple: provide exceptional veterinary care while building meaningful relationships with the people who love their pets. For years, our community has trusted us for compassionate care, advanced medicine, and a welcoming, team-oriented environment.

  • What Makes Us Different
  • Two established sister hospitals serving the Klamath Falls community
  • Full-service veterinary practices
  • Small animal, pocket pet, and exotics medicine
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative, supportive team culture

Opportunity to Grow Personal Interests In

  • Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Ultrasound
  • Internal medicine
  • Exotics
  • Urgent care
  • And more

A Practice Built Around Growth

  • We believe veterinarians should have the freedom to pursue their interests and practice medicine in a way that supports both professional fulfillment and personal well-being.
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Structured mentorship program
  • Support for new graduates
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Professional development assistance
  • Opportunity to expand services and specialties
  • Collaborative environment with experienced veterinarians
  • Medical Services

Our Hospitals Provide Comprehensive Veterinary Care For

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Pocket pets
  • Exotic animals

Services Include

  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Companion animal medicine
  • Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Diagnostic medicine
  • Internal medicine
  • Urgent care services
  • Exotic animal care

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

  • We understand the importance of flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Schedule Highlights
  • Full-time opportunity
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • No on-call responsibilities
  • No after-hours emergency coverage
  • Ability to customize a schedule that fits your lifestyle

Compensation & Benefits

We are committed to investing in our veterinarians and supporting long-term career success.

Compensation

  • Competitive base salary based on experience
  • Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
  • Generous sign-on bonus
  • Relocation assistance package

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA option available
  • Generous annual PTO
  • Paid parental leave and bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid professional membership dues
  • Paid licensing fees
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Season ski pass
  • National Park pass
  • And more

Qualifications

Required

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine, or equivalent certification for international graduates
  • Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
  • Active Oregon veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Preferred
  • Experience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics
  • Experience in small animal general practice, urgent care, or companion animal medicine
  • Interest in exotics, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, or ultrasound
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach to medicine

New Graduates Encouraged to Apply

  • We welcome veterinarians of all experience levels and offer mentorship and support designed to help you succeed.
  • Life in Klamath Falls, Oregon

Known for its stunning natural beauty and more than 300 days of sunshine each year, Klamath Falls offers an incredible quality of life for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

Enjoy

  • Hiking, biking, and trail running
  • Fishing, kayaking, and boating
  • Skiing and snow sports
  • National parks and public lands
  • Wide open spaces and scenic mountain views
  • Affordable living and a relaxed pace of life

Klamath Falls combines the beauty of the Pacific Northwest with the lifestyle flexibility many veterinarians are seeking.

If you're looking for a veterinarian opportunity that offers mentorship, flexibility, diverse case exposure, and an exceptional Southern Oregon lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why East & West Ridge Animal Hospitals are trusted veterinary partners throughout the Klamath Falls community.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals, pocket pets, and exotics at East and West Ridge Animal Hospitals. The role involves collaborating with a supportive team to deliver high-quality veterinary services while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Small animal medicineClient communicationTeam collaborationPreventive care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 90% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian - East and West Ridge Animal Hospitals (Klamath Falls, OR) at Western Veterinary Partners a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,108 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

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  • No call
  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Klamath Falls

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$328k
Typical market rent
$1,277/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA option
Generous annual PTO
Paid parental leave
Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
Professional development assistance
Paid professional membership dues
Paid licensing fees