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Port Townsend, Washington

Part Time Associate Veterinarian wanted in beautiful WA hospital | No Neg. Accrual | Wonderful team culture | Well being prioritized!

Veterinarian Above average in Veterinary MedicinePart-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

The world has changed, so we've reimagined what it looks like to be a part-time
veterinarian. 

Pet Townsend Veterinary Clinic, located on the scenic Olympic Peninsula in Port
Townsend, WA, is seeking a part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our growing
team! We are a well-established practice providing comprehensive veterinary
services including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, digital radiology, and
in-house laboratory capabilities.

Our Location 

Port Townsend is a coastal gem known for its Victorian architecture, maritime
heritage, and vibrant arts community. Living here means access to sailing,
kayaking, and whale watching in the Puget Sound, plus world-class hiking and
camping in Olympic National Park just a short drive away. The town also offers
excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a close-knit community
atmosphere. It’s an ideal place to build both a career and a fulfilling life in
one of the most picturesque corners of Washington State.

Our Culture

At Pet Townsend, we pride ourselves on being more than just a veterinary clinic
— we are part of the community. Our team is compassionate, collaborative, and
deeply invested in the health and happiness of pets and their families. We
foster an environment where veterinarians can practice high-quality medicine
while also building meaningful client relationships. You’ll find a supportive
workplace where respect, communication, and teamwork are at the core of
everything we do. 

Suveto Hospital Network

At Suveto, we’re on a mission. We’re here to empower vets like you (yes, you) to
take ownership of the profession for a better veterinary future.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive veterinary services including preventive care, surgery, and dentistry. Build meaningful relationships with clients while practicing high-quality medicine within a collaborative team.

Requirements

The candidate must be a qualified veterinarian capable of performing clinical procedures and utilizing in-house laboratory and radiology tools. A commitment to compassionate care and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client Relationship ManagementVeterinary Medicine

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Part Time Associate Veterinarian wanted in beautiful WA hospital | No Neg. Accrual | Wonderful team culture | Well being prioritized! at Suveto a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,953 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In Washington, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$131k (18 salary observations; 49 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (412 salary observations; 2,587 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 20.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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).

Location & Logistics

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

Top Veterinarian Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 21 employers

6
<$135k
6
$135k-150k
5
$150k-165k
3
$165k-180k
2
$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 21 employers

CME allowance
91%
401k / retirement match
91%
Sign-on bonus
86%
Relocation assistance
45%
Loan repayment
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner

Alliance Animal Health · Bremerton, Washington

$120k-$220k
#2

Veterinarian - Gloversville, NY

Glove Cities Veterinary Hospital · Gloversville, New York

$130k-$185k
#3

Associate Veterinarian – General Practice & Urgent Care

$120k-$175k
#4

Veterinarian - San Jose, CA

$150k-$170k
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Veterinary Medicine

Living in Port Townsend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$677k
Typical market rent
$2,416/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
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.