Riverside Animal Hospital·Kelso, Washington
Provide comprehensive general medicine and surgical care for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Perform diagnostic testing, radiology, and dental procedures within a full-service hospital setting.
Join a passionate bunch of veterinary professionals as a Veterinarian in Kelso, WA! At Riverside Animal Hospital you will work with an impressive team of experienced professionals. Whether you wish to have an experienced partner in practice or need reliable mentorship there is a place for you as an Associate Veterinarian. About us: Our hospital is a full-service small animal general medicine practice, providing comprehensive pet care to the Longview and Kelso communities. Riverside has proudly been serving our community since 1976! All the advanced equipment and technologies are on hand, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital x-ray, surgical suite, dental suite, and a pharmacy. We offer a broad range of services for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Our services include but aren't limited to: Pet laser therapy On-site laboratory testing services Ultrasound Radiology Preventative dental care & cleaning Care for guinea pigs, mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, hedgehogs, chinchillas, sugar gliders, and rabbits. Emergency care for current patients Domestic & international health certificates What's in it for you: Full Time Benefits include (30+hrs/week): Pro-sal compensation model with a base salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 Production bonus $50,000 sign on bonus available!! medical benefits (including health, dental and vision) 401(k) Employee assistance program (EAP) CE allowance Vacation + sick time Professional association dues reimbursed Liability coverage and so much more! Our practice has a positive, wellbeing-focused culture that we’d love to tell you about. Get the conversation started by applying today! Where we are: About Kelso, WA: Tucked away in southwest Washington near mountains and ocean beaches, Kelso is close enough to Portland’s urban lifestyle of culture, nightlife, shopping, great food trucks, and brewpubs, but just outside of the hustle and bustle and traffic. Kelso offers a great small-town community feel and is only two hours from ski slopes in (White Pass in Naches, WA, or Mt. Hood in Government Camp, OR). If skiing is not your thing, there is also access to rivers for fishing, kayaking, rafting, or day hikes within 30-minutes. Plus, the pristine coastal beaches of WA and OR are only an hour and a half away!
Must be a qualified veterinarian capable of working as an associate. The role is open to those seeking either mentorship or an experienced partnership in practice.
Market context
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