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Bigfork Animal Hospital
Woodland, Washington

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Join a thriving practice that blends high-quality medicine with compassionate, community-focused care. At Woodland Veterinary Hospital, we offer mentorship, a collaborative team, and a supportive environment where your career can grow.

About Us

  • Full-service small animal hospital with a strong local reputation
  • Services include same-day emergency care, surgery, dentistry, and preventive care
  • Access to modern diagnostics and a supportive, skilled team

What You'll Do

  • Deliver high-quality, personalized care to small animal patients
  • Collaborate with a team that values education, teamwork, and service
  • Support and mentor teammates, contributing to our positive work culture
  • Utilize advanced tools and resources to provide best-in-class care

Requirements

  • Licensed (or eligible) DVM/VMD in Ohio
  • Strong clinical and communication skills
  • Enjoys a fast-paced environment with varied cases
  • Passionate about client education and team collaboration

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary + Production based compensation
  • Signing bonus available
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
  • 401(k) eligibility with employer match
  • Annual continuing education stipend and time off to attend
  • Paid time-off for personal use
  • In-house development programs for new graduates, experienced Associates, and Medical Directors
  • Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives
  • Company sponsored AVMA PLIT policy coverage
  • Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees
  • Reimbursement of professional membership dues

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, personalized medical care to small animal patients while collaborating with a supportive team. Actively participate in mentorship and contribute to a positive, service-oriented hospital culture.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineClinical skillsSmall animal care

Veterinary Medicine 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 Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Bigfork Animal Hospital ranks #5 of 10 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Location & Logistics

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

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Salary Distribution19 jobs · 15 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
Sign-on bonus
84% this job
CME allowance
68% this job
Relocation assistance
47% this job
Loan repayment
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,067 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Woodland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$568k
Median resident rent
$1,367/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Signing Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Annual CE Stipend
Paid Time Off