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Pet Emergency Clinic PS
Spokane, Washington

Urgent Care Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$90-$95/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Relief
  • Shift Type: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Experience: Veterinary 1 year (required)

Company Overview: Pet Urgent Care is an appointment-based urgent care clinic in the Spokane, Washington area. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and clients while prioritizing employee well-being and fostering a supportive work environment.

Our facility is closely associated to the Pet Emergency Clinic and Referral Center (located just 1 block away) for convenient referral to Emergency/Critical Care as needed and radiology services via Inland Empire Veterinary Imaging.

Position Summary

We are seeking a self-motivated and compassionate veterinarian to join our team. In this role, you will diagnose, treat, and provide high-quality care to your canine and feline patients. Compassionate and thorough client communication is also vital. The ideal candidate should thrive in a busy environment, exhibiting optimism and resilience while collaborating closely with support staff and other veterinarians.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide immediate and comprehensive care to animals experiencing urgent health issues.
  • Conduct thorough examinations, utilize diagnostic capabilities, and develop effective treatment plans for a wide variety of cases.
  • Collaborate effectively with veterinary technicians and assistants to ensure complete and timely patient care.
  • Educate pet owners on illnesses, treatment options, and home care to improve the well-being of pets.

Mentor and train support staff, providing guidance to enhance their skills and foster professional development.

Maintain all medical records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Work collaboratively with the veterinary team at Pet Emergency Clinic and Referral Center ER to manage complex cases and coordinate comprehensive care.

Foster a positive work culture, prioritizing teamwork, morale, and job satisfaction among colleagues.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school.
  • Active and unrestricted veterinary license in Washington State or eligibility to obtain.

Strong Diagnostic Skills

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating compassion and empathy towards pets and their owners.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
  • Commitment to continued education and professional growth, with an openness to coaching and training others.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including dental and health insurance, liability coverage, professional licensing fee coverage, CE allowance, and 401K

  • Training and professional development opportunities to advance your skills and knowledge.
  • A supportive work environment that values work-life balance.
  • Team-oriented culture that encourages collaboration and camaraderie.

Convenient location in the beautiful Spokane, Washington area with access to countless outdoor activities including downhill skiing, hiking, and biking as well as wonderful restaurants and numerous cultural activities.

Join Our Team! If you possess the dedication, compassion, and experience necessary to thrive in a rewarding veterinary role, we invite you to apply. Help us elevate the standard of patient care and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners. Check us out at peturgentcarespokane.com!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Experience

Veterinary: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute

  • Spokane, WA 99202 (Required)
  • Work Location: In person

Requirements

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment planningTeam collaborationMentoringStaff trainingMedical record keepingEmergency careTime managementRegulatory compliance

Urgent Care Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$192k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $180k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 46 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

What does the Urgent Care market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$187k–$198kUrgent Care median $200k (middle half $138k–$245k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$180k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Urgent Care listings in Washington11 active100 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 65% no call · 52% no weekends46 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington healthcare professional listings: 48% state a sign-on bonus · 7% offer loan repayment155 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 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. At the posted ~$192k midpoint, that is roughly $8k–$13k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

30 jobs · 21 employers
7
<$145k
8
$150k
6
$160k-175k
8
$175k-190k
1
$196k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

27 jobs · 21 employers
401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
74% this job
Sign-on bonus
70%
Relocation assistance
52% this job
Loan repayment
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Hospital Medical Leader - Veterinarian

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · Vancouver, Washington

$122k-$196k
#2

Veterinarian - Watertown

Bond Vet · Watertown, Massachusetts

$160k-$187k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
+ 28 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Below most Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 96 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Benefits & Perks

Dental and health insurance
Liability coverage
Professional licensing fee coverage
CE allowance
401K with matching
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k
Typical market rent
$1,483/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
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 · Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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