Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal General Practi

Companion Veterinary Hospital | Lacey, Washington

Build Your Veterinary Career at One of Lacey's Highest-Rated Animal Hospitals

Companion Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our growing, collaborative team in beautiful Lacey, Washington. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a supportive, high-quality practice or a new graduate seeking mentorship and professional development, you'll find the resources, flexibility, and team culture to thrive here.

As one of the highest-rated small animal veterinary hospitals in the Lacey and Olympia area, we've built our reputation on exceptional client service, compassionate patient care, and a commitment to helping both our team members and our patients succeed.

We're looking for a veterinarian who communicates openly, enjoys collaborating with colleagues, and is excited to practice high-quality companion animal medicine in a positive, fast-paced environment.

Why Join Companion Veterinary Hospital?

At Companion Veterinary Hospital, we believe veterinary medicine should be both professionally rewarding and personally sustainable.

Flexible Scheduling Designed Around Your Life

Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time employment, we'll work with you to create a schedule that supports your goals and work-life balance.

Enjoy

• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• No on-call responsibilities
• No overnight shifts
• No emergency hours

Practice High-Quality Small Animal Medicine

Since opening our doors in 1999, Companion Veterinary Hospital has proudly served more than 10,000 pets and their families throughout the Lacey and Olympia communities.

Our veterinarians are empowered to practice medicine their way, supported by experienced technicians, modern technology, and a collaborative medical team.

Services Include

• Preventive and wellness care
• Puppy and kitten care
• Senior pet medicine
• Internal medicine
• Diagnostic imaging
• Digital radiography
• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Soft tissue surgery
• Spay and neuter procedures
• Advanced surgical procedures
• Veterinary dentistry
• Dental radiography
• Urgent care and same-day medical appointments
• Companion animal medicine for dogs and cats

A Team That Supports Your Success

Our hospital is proudly woman-led and known for its positive culture, strong leadership, and exceptional team retention.

What You'll Find Here

• Three-doctor small animal practice
• Multiple Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs)
• Outstanding support staff utilization
• Approximately 4:1 staff-to-doctor ratio
• Collaborative case discussions
• Medical freedom and autonomy
• Structured mentorship for early-career veterinarians
• Professional development opportunities for all experience levels
• Guidance from an experienced Medical Advisory Board
• Positive, inclusive workplace culture
• More than 95% leave-on-time rate

Whether you love surgery, dentistry, wellness medicine, internal medicine, or developing a niche area of interest, we'll help you build the career you envision.

Compensation & Benefits

We invest heavily in our veterinarians and believe great medicine starts with supporting great people.

Benefits Include

• Competitive base salary
• No negative accrual
• Production opportunities
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Generous paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Professional development assistance
• PLIT coverage
• Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
• Structured veterinary mentorship program
• Live and Work in Lacey, Washington

Located along the Puget Sound, Lacey offers an outstanding quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation, vibrant communities, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Enjoy

• Miles of hiking and biking trails
• Lakes, waterways, and boating opportunities
• A 3,700-acre wildlife refuge
• Abundant parks and green spaces
• Easy access to Olympia and Tacoma
• Proximity to Seattle and Portland
• Excellent schools and colleges
• Family-friendly neighborhoods

Year-round Outdoor Recreation

Lacey combines small-town community feel with access to major metropolitan amenities, making it an exceptional place to build both a career and a life.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Washington
• Commitment to high-quality companion animal medicine
• Strong communication and client education skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Passion for patient care and professional growth

New Graduates Encouraged to Apply

We proudly welcome veterinarians at all stages of their careers. Our structured mentorship program provides clinical guidance, surgical support, and individualized professional development to help early-career veterinarians build confidence and long-term success.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're looking for a veterinary hospital with an outstanding reputation, a supportive team culture, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to practice exceptional medicine, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover why Companion Veterinary Hospital continues to be one of the most trusted veterinary practices in the Lacey and Olympia communities.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary for this opportunity starts at $120,000+ annually.

Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process.

Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

• Washington Pay Range
• $120,000—$130,000 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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