Veterinarian -Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic

Lower Columbia Veterinary Clinic

Small Animal GP| Surgery, Dentals & Urgent Care | Longview, WA

Lower Columbia is looking for an experienced veterinarian or early-career doctor excited to join our multi-doctor team in Longview, WA. We’re a staple in the community, serving generations of pets with a great reputation for personalized service and care.

We are an AAHA-accredited hospital that practices high-quality medicine and keeps the whole pet and the clients’ needs and wishes front of mind. Just like pet owners go above and beyond for their pets, we do the same. Compassionate care is at the heart of what we do.

We also like to make our place of work feel fun for both the team and clients! It’s a low-stress, kind, fun, and highly skilled team.

Our Medical Director, Dr. Julia Alpert, has special interests in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and canine reproductive medicine. The hospital's collaborative culture encourages doctors to share knowledge, discuss cases, and pursue their professional interests. She would love to welcome an experienced or early-career doctor and would enjoy the opportunity to share her knowledge and support your career growth!

Get to Know Us

AAHA-Accredited Small Animal Hospital

• Incredibly kind and skilled medical director in Soft Tissue Surgery & Dentistry- willing to mentor!
• 3 DVMS, growing our team to 5 doctors.
• Incredibly skilled and hard-working support staff that are proactively 3 steps ahead, making it super-efficient for doctors
• 8 Exam rooms
• Canine Reproduction Services
• Great equipment (Ultrasound, In-House Lab, digital rads,
• Beautiful dedicated dentistry suite with 3 wet tables, as well as a separate, well-stocked surgical suite
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

DVM or Equivalent Degree

• Active Washington veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure before starting
• Experienced veterinarians or early-career DVMs are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

• We recognize that great veterinarians deserve great support.
• Competitive Base Salary + Production
• Sign-On Bonus Available
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Professional Dues and Licensing Support
• 401(k)
• Employee Pet Care Benefits
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development Opportunities

Location

Longview, WA provides an exceptional quality of life for veterinarians who enjoy outdoor recreation, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're hiking nearby trails, fishing local waterways, exploring the Columbia River region, or taking a weekend trip to Portland or the Oregon Coast, you'll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy your time away from the hospital.

Next Steps

If you're looking for an Associate Veterinarian opportunity where you can practice high-quality medicine and work alongside a supportive team, we'd love to meet you. Apply today!

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—$170,000 USD

Lower Columbia VC 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.

We are 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 us.

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

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