Per Diem​/Relief Veterinarian - Northgate Veterinary Clinic

Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | Flexible Per Diem/Relief scheduling | Local heart. National strength. Position Overview

Join Pet Vet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) at Northgate Veterinary Clinic. You'll step into a locally led hospital where the team knows its community, supports one another, and shares a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, backed by the resources of the Pet Vet Care Centers network.

Northgate Veterinary Clinic in Seattle, WA, takes great pride in being a trusted source of veterinary care and education within our community. As a full-service hospital, we offer a wide range of comprehensive veterinary services to keep your pets in great health, from routine exams and vaccinations to dental care, and internal medicine. We also offer a full range of surgical procedures and specialty services like cold laser therapy.

Here, you'll find:

• State-of-the-art veterinary facility
• We value teamwork and a commitment to practicing the best medicine possible.
• Our clinic is located just 30 minutes north of downtown Seattle in a walkable, friendly neighborhood with access to great restaurants, cafes, and local shops
• We are passionate about providing high-quality, progressive medicine

For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, Northgate Veterinary Clinic offers Per Diem/Relief opportunities that allow you to choose shifts aligned with your availability while helping the hospital maintain continuity of care. You'll continue doing what you do best while supporting a team and community that value your contribution.

• Choose shifts that align with your availability and schedule
• Keep your clinical knowledge and skills active through general practice medicine
• Bring your experience to patients, clients, and a team that needs it
• Earn competitive compensation for the care you provide
• Stay connected to the profession during a career or life transition
• Experience Northgate Veterinary Clinic's team, culture, and approach to medicine firsthand

Compensation for the Per Diem/Relief schedule option will be commensurate based on shifts worked. Specific coverage expectations, shift length, frequency, employment classification, and any applicable benefit eligibility will be confirmed during the hiring process.

If flexibility is important to you, but Per Diem/Relief work isn't quite what you're looking for, let's connect. We'll work together to explore schedule options that align with how you want to work.

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery if desired
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
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