Associate Veterinarian at 6 Doctor Practice!! Mountain View Veterinary Hospital
Listed compensation
$120k-$150k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Mountain View Veterinary Hospital is looking to welcome a Full-Time or Part-Time Veterinarian to work at our practice.
Our AAHA accredited hospital culture is created by colleagues that value your input, mentorship to help build your skillset and confidence, and a sizable support staff including six licensed veterinary technicians to help in the delivery of care.
Why This Role Is a Great Fit for You Practice High-Quality Medicine - Our hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive care, allowing you to practice thoughtful, thorough medicine while building meaningful relationships with your patients and clients.
Collaborative, Supportive Team - Work alongside experienced doctors and a highly skilled support staff, including licensed veterinary technicians, so you can focus on delivering the best care without feeling overwhelmed.
Mentorship & Growth - We are proud to offer strong mentorship and collaboration, making this an ideal environment for new graduates or experienced doctors looking to continue growing their skills.
Schedule & Flexibility Flexible scheduling options Full-time or part-time opportunities Designed to support work-life balance Rotating weekends required Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $120,000–$150,000 (based on experience) Monthly production with no negative accrual Sign-on bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 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 an incredible quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, parks, and scenic beauty, while being just a short drive from Olympia and Tacoma for dining, culture, and entertainment. With a strong sense of community and a mild Pacific Northwest climate, it’s 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 autonomy, support, and a people-first culture. Our doctors are empowered to practice medicine their way, with the backing of a larger, supportive network.
Ready to Join Us? If you’re looking for a supportive team, high-quality medicine, and a place where you can truly grow and thrive, we’d love to connect. To learn more about the hospital and position please contact Jessi Wootten at jessi.wootten@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
Compensation Range $120,000 — $150,000 USD
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care to patients while building meaningful relationships with clients. Collaborate with a team of experienced doctors and support staff to deliver comprehensive veterinary services.
Requirements
The position is open to both new graduates and experienced veterinarians. Candidates must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine and willing to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 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, 84% have no call, 92% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $120k–$150k | Veterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $130k–$155k)30 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$126k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Washington | 97 active | 3,193 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 84% no call · 92% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Washington healthcare professional listings: 42% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment148 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,270 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+158%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$135k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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$130k-$170kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- Includes weekends
About Mountain View Veterinary Hospital
Benefits & Perks
Living in Lacey
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $479k≈ 4.0× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,075/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
- 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.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.