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Vet Cor
Scappoose, Oregon

Veterinarian - Scappoose, OR

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100k-$150k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Who We Are

The top-notch veterinarians and staff at Scappoose Veterinary Hospital in Scappoose, Oregon, are looking to add an Associate Veterinarian to the team! Our hospital treats pets in our community with cutting edge veterinary medical care. From wellness exams and vaccines to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures, dogs, cats, and exotics will receive high quality care at our hospital. About us:

  • Our practice is staffed with a supportive veterinary medical team
  • Each DVM will have assigned support staff for each shift!
  • The perfect candidate for our team will have a passion for surgery and will be the primary surgeon for the practice.
  • We are open Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm and close for an hour lunch break.

We value work/life balance and keep a positive culture to ensure an environment conducive to quality mental health.

We Proudly Offer

  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Orthopedic Manipulations
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • Pain Management
  • Dental Care
  • Laser Therapy
  • In House Lab Processing
  • DNA Testing
  • Digital X-Ray & Dental X-Ray
  • Exotics Care (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles and spiders)

What's in It for You

Full Time Benefits Include

  • Straight salary compensation model with a range of $100,000 - $150,000 (depending on schedule and experience)
  • Medical benefits (including health, dental and vision)
  • 401(k)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • CE allowance + CE PTO
  • Vacation + sick time
  • Professional association dues reimbursed
  • Liability coverage and so much more!
  • Apply today or submit your resume to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com

Where We Are

About Scappoose, OR

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including the Columbia River, forests, and scenic countryside, Scappoose offers beautiful views and opportunities for outdoor activities.

The town's quiet and peaceful atmosphere is conducive to a relaxed and serene lifestyle, perfect for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of larger cities.

Scappoose often provides more affordable housing options compared to nearby metropolitan areas, making it accessible for individuals and families. The good schools make it attractive for families looking for quality education for their children.

With nearby parks, trails, and access to the Columbia River, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, fishing, and more.

The town has local shops, restaurants, and businesses, providing a sense of community and supporting the local economy.

Scappoose hosts various community events and activities throughout the year, allowing residents to come together and enjoy local festivals and celebrations.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical care, including wellness exams, advanced diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures. The role serves as the primary surgeon for the practice and works collaboratively with assigned support staff.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a veterinarian with a strong passion for surgery. The role requires the ability to perform various medical and surgical procedures for dogs, cats, and exotic animals.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicine

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Oregon?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$100k–$150kVeterinary Medicine median $130k (middle half $93k–$138k)39 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$121k in purchasing powerOregon index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Oregon69 active3,340 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% no call · 60% no weekends43 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedOregon healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 56% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment102 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,266 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,083 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 Veterinarian - Scappoose, OR at Vet Cor a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

5 jobs · 3 employers
1
$120k
1
$130k
0
$140k-150k
2
$150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

5 jobs · 3 employers
0
1-2
0
3-4
1
5-6
2
7-8
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Higher = better work-life balance

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Veterinarian - Grass Valley, CA

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$130k-$160k
#2

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$120k-$150k
#3

Veterinarian - Kennewick, WA

$130k-$150k
#4

Ridgewood Animal Hospital - Veterinarian

$130k-$130k
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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Benefits & Perks

Straight salary compensation model
Medical benefits (including health, dental and vision)
401(k)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
CE allowance + CE PTO
Vacation + sick time
Professional association dues reimbursed
Liability coverage

Living in Scappoose

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$458k≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,584/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.