Associate Veterinarian; Small Animal

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) – Columbia Veterinary Center

Location
:
Vancouver, WA
Employment Type
:
Full-time or flex
Experience Level
:
New grads and experienced DVMs encouraged to apply

At Columbia Veterinary Center
, our purpose is clear:

To serve our community by advocating for pets and honoring the human‑animal bond through quality medical, dental, and surgical services delivered with compassion and empathy.

We believe this mission begins with caring for the people who make it possible — our veterinarians and team. If you’re looking for a practice where your voice matters, your well‑being is prioritized, and your growth is supported, you’ll feel at home here.

• Structured onboarding with dedicated mentorship
• Collaborative medical decision‑making
• Support for advanced training, certifications, and CE
• Opportunities to shape your clinical interests (surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, etc.)

• Flexible scheduling options (4‑day workweek available)
• No toxic overburdening — we value sustainable caseloads
• A team culture that encourages taking PTO and disconnecting guilt‑free

• We communicate directly with respect, honesty, and professionalism
• We are proactive and offer solutions
• We are inclusive and honor diversity
• We respond with kindness and patience
• We pursue excellence through continuous improvement
• We encourage and support each other
• And yes — we laugh and have fun
• Expect a workplace where you are heard, appreciated, and respected.

• A compassionate team that understands the emotional side of veterinary medicine
• A leadership philosophy centered on protecting your time, boundaries, and energy
• A culture of kindness, empathy, and understanding — never judgment

• Modern diagnostics & digital imaging
• In‑house lab
• Surgical and dental suites
• Well trained support staff to support you as you practice exceptional medicine

A veterinarian who:

• Shares our passion for strengthening the human‑animal bond
• Communicates with integrity, empathy, and respect
• Enjoys collaborative problem‑solving
• Values continuous learning and personal growth
• Contributes to a supportive, inclusive, laughter‑filled workplace
• New graduates will be fully supported. Experienced DVMs will be empowered with autonomy and opportunities to shape the future of our practice.

• Competitive salary with profit sharing
• Medical and vision insurance
• 120 hours PTO and additions each year
• CE allowance + professional development support
• Licensing, dues, memberships, liability insurance covered
• Employee assistance + wellness support

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and truly enjoy coming to work each day, we can’t wait to meet you.

Explore possibilities and contact us today for a confidential conversation.

Columbia Veterinary Center — Where compassion, excellence, and community come together.

You might be a great fit if you:

• Have a DVM/VMD (or are on your way)
• Are licensed or license‑eligible in WA
• Enjoy collaborating instead of practicing on an island
• Believe great medicine includes great communication
• Can handle a busy day without losing your compassion
• Have a team‑first mindset
• Are curiosity and a have a desire to keep learning
• Have the ability to laugh when things get messy (literally)