Urgent Care Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$120K - $150K
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
- ability for evening and weekend shifts Compensation & Benefits Competitive starting between $120,000 - 150,000 Sign-on or relocation bonus available No non-compete Paid parental leave Generous PTO 401(k) with employer match Health, dental, and vision insurance HSA with company contribution Employee discounts and much more! To learn more about the position please contact: Emily Brechner at ebrechner@lakefieldvet.com ABOUT LAKEFIELD VETERINARY GROUP We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care. Our Values Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we work and serve: Respect Learning Do the Right Thing Wow Service Fun If these resonate with you, you’ll fit right in. Equal Employment Opportunity Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants. #LI-JR1
Key Responsibilities
The veterinarian will provide urgent, non-life-threatening care to pets in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment. They will focus on building client trust through transparent communication and high-quality medical care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and possess strong diagnostic skills. The role requires availability for evening and weekend shifts and a commitment to compassionate, client-centric care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Urgent Care Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 16.7% 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)), 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).
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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- Includes weekends