Veterinarian - Pasco, WA
Listed compensation
$130k-$150k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Who We Are
Pet Medical Center is looking for a compassionate, skilled, and team-oriented Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team in Pasco, Washington.
We’re seeking a veterinarian who enjoys building relationships with clients, providing excellent patient care, and working collaboratively with a supportive veterinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor who wants to grow their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a welcoming environment.
Why Join Pet Medical Center?
- Supportive, collaborative veterinary team
- Well-established practice serving the local community
- Opportunity to build strong relationships with clients and their pets
- Diverse medical and surgical caseload
- Modern equipment and resources to support quality patient care
- Mentorship and opportunities for continued professional development
- Encouragement to pursue areas of special clinical interest
Surgery & Dentistry Experience
Experience or a strong interest in surgery and dentistry would be ideal. We welcome veterinarians who enjoy surgical cases, dental procedures, and expanding their procedural skills.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a newer graduate looking to develop confidence in surgery and dentistry, you'll have the opportunity to grow alongside an experienced and supportive team.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation, average base $130K-$150K
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Continuing education allowance and opportunities
- Professional liability coverage
- Licensure fees and professional association support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Tuition assistance
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
- Pet care and product discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Career development and mentorship opportunities
What We're Looking For
- DVM or VMD degree
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington
- Experience with surgery and dentistry preferred
- Strong interest in providing high-quality, compassionate medicine
- Excellent communication and client-service skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to continued learning and professional growth
- New graduates and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply
About Pasco
Pasco is part of Washington's beautiful Tri-Cities region, offering a great combination of outdoor recreation, community amenities, and an affordable lifestyle. With access to parks, trails, rivers, wineries, restaurants, and year-round activities, the area offers plenty to enjoy both inside and outside of work.
Join Our Team
- If you're looking for an opportunity to practice excellent veterinary medicine while developing your surgical and dental skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.
- Apply today to join the team at Pet Medical Center in Pasco, Washington!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to patients while building strong relationships with clients. Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes and practice standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington. Experience or a strong interest in surgery and dentistry is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Washington, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$140k (58 salary observations; 228 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (873 salary observations; 7,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $131k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $130k–$150k | Veterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $135k–$155k)29 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Washington vs national | $140k median in Washington | $140k nationally (about the same)58 state / 873 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$131k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Washington | 106 active | 3,245 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 (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment157 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 ~$140k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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About Vet Cor
Benefits & Perks
Living in Pasco
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $395k≈ 3.0× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,707/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 100.1
- 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 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.