Lakefield Veterinary Group·Gig Harbor, Washington
Provide high-quality emergency and referral veterinary services to patients in a state-of-the-art hospital setting. Collaborate with a team of specialists and support staff to manage complex cases and maintain an excellent hospital culture.
Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (PSVS) is looking to welcome internship trained or experienced Full-Time or Part-Time Emergency Veterinarians to our Specialty and Emergency Hospital on the Olympic peninsula. New Grads also Welcome!
PSVS places a high value on its employees and provides an environment that is supportive and culture focused.
We strive for excellence in medicine and patient care.
We provide referral and emergency services to much of the Gig Harbor/Tacoma area.
Our specialties include Surgery, Neurology, Oncology and Internal Medicine.
The fully equipped and staffed ER and ICU will help you to manage all your cases to the highest standard.
Our ideal candidate is collaborative, self-motivated, enjoys community outreach and is willing to promote and maintain an outstanding hospital culture.
We have daily case rounds each morning to provide an opportunity for continuous learning as well as regular continuing education offerings. The support staff are highly trained and enthusiastic about continuing education as well. This position offers clinicians a unique opportunity to work in a growing, well-equipped, state-of-the-art facility, side-by-side with a skilled group of specialists and ER colleagues. It’s a tremendous environment to continue learning and growing!
For additional information about Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency visit us at pugetsoundvetspecialists.com [pugetsoundvetspecialists.com]
Dr. Lisa Mahlum at lmahlum@bridgetownvet.com [lmahlum@bridgetownvet.com]
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Compensation Range $175,000—$225,000 USD
Candidates must be internship-trained or experienced veterinarians, though new graduates are also welcome to apply. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning and patient care excellence.
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Market context
In Washington, emergency veterinarian roles are typically in demand because hospitals need clinicians who can handle urgent cases, triage quickly, and work in high-volume settings. These positions are competitive because employers look for a DVM or VMD, a valid state veterinary license, and strong prioritization skills, while benefits such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, and parental leave can help differentiate offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm shift expectations and case mix before applying.
