What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian - Nooksack Animal Hospital position at Nooksack Animal Hospital?
Love great medicine, supportive teammates, and a practice where your voice matters?
Nooksack Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, curious, and collaborative Veterinarian to join our team.
Why You’ll Love It Here
We are a privately owned, community-focused small-animal hospital that values quality care, practical problem-solving, and making the veterinary experience better—for pets and the people who care for them. We believe excellent veterinary medicine and a positive workplace go hand in hand. We work hard, laugh often, support each other through the challenging cases, and celebrate the wins—large and small.
Our ideal veterinarian enjoys building lasting client relationships, practicing thoughtful medicine, and having a little fun with a team that genuinely supports one another. Experienced DVMs and New Grads Welcome!
Living in the Pacific Northwest
Nooksack Animal Hospital is located in Nooksack, Washington, a welcoming community.
The PNW is an exceptional place to build a career and enjoy a life outside the hospital. Spend your days off exploring the coast, hiking or mountain biking in the North Cascades, skiing or snowboarding at Mt. Baker, paddling local lakes and rivers, or taking a quick trip into the San Juan Islands. Vancouver, British Columbia and Seattle, Washington are also nearby for city adventures, dining, concerts, and entertainment.
You can expect
- A welcoming, team-oriented environment where your input is valued.
- The autonomy to practice medicine while having supportive colleagues and staff when you need it.
- Opportunities to build clinical skills, pursue special interests, and help shape the hospital’s future.
- A loyal local client base.
- A veterinary workplace that makes demanding work sustainable, rewarding, and enjoyable.
What We’re Looking For
- DVM degree (or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary program.
- Active or eligible Washington veterinary license.
- A commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
- Comfort with or enthusiasm for learning.
- A positive attitude, sense of humor, and eagerness to join the team.
Come work with us! We’ll bring the coffee, the compassion, and we can swap ridiculous animal stories!
Apply to sarah@nooksackanimalhospital.com with your résumé and a brief introduction telling us what you are looking for in your next veterinary role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Nooksack, WA 98276 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Nooksack, WA 98276: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $150,000