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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!

VeterinarianPart-Time

Compensation

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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

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, 76% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,392 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $130k–$150k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingWashington index 107.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Washington112 active3,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 76% no call · 88% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment166 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,282 in the last 30 days483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,392 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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 3,392 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Veterinarian Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 14 employers
14
<$155k
2
$160k
5
$170k
2
$185k-200k
1
$200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 14 employers
Sign-on bonus
92%
CME allowance
92%
Relocation assistance
76%
401k / retirement match
72%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Madera, CA

Vet Cor · Madera, California

$150k-$200k
#2

Hospital Medical Leader - Veterinarian

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · Vancouver, Washington

$122k-$196k
#3

Veterinarian - Gloversville, NY

$130k-$185k
#4

Veterinary Medical Director - Small Animal General Practice Leadership - Richland Animal Hospital

$140k-$170k
+ 42 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 6.6
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Port Townsend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$672k
Typical market rent
$2,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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