Associate Veterinarian in Washington

Associate Veterinarian

Location:

The Village Veterinarian - Chelan, Washington

High-Level General Practice + Daytime Urgent Care | No Weekends | No Overnights | True Clinical Autonomy | Mentorship + Growth

The Village Veterinarian is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our established, full-service hospital in Chelan, Washington. Whether you're a new graduate looking for outstanding mentorship or an experienced veterinarian ready for more autonomy and career growth
, you'll find the support, flexibility, and opportunity to build a career you love.

Our hospital combines high-quality general practice with daytime urgent care, providing a diverse caseload without overnight shifts, weekends, or the demands of emergency medicine. Established in 1982
, we've built a trusted reputation in the Chelan community, earning a 4.7-star Google rating through exceptional patient care and lasting client relationships.

You’ll work alongside Medical Director Dr. Barbara Fehr
, an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about developing confident, capable clinicians.
New graduates can expect progressive independence—not sink-or-swim expectations
—with mentorship that allows your caseload, surgical experience, and clinical confidence to grow at your own pace.
Experienced veterinarians will enjoy the autonomy to practice high-quality medicine while continuing to expand your medical, surgical, and dental skills within a collaborative environment.

Hospital

Hours:

Monday
- Friday we are open 8:30am - 4:00 pm, and closed Saturday & Sunday.

• Guaranteed Base Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 (DOE) + 20% Production with No Negative Accrual
• Estimated Earning Potential Per Year: $200k+ (base salary & production)
• Generous Sign-On Bonus Package
• 4 Weeks PTO
• Paid Relocation - see below for details
• Equity with Future Ownership Options Available
• Monday
  - Friday Schedule, No Overnights, No Weekends
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Vision, Dental Insurance & Life Insurance
• Professional Growth: Annual CE allowance of $3,000, 3 days CE-specific paid time off, and access to Mentor Vet Leap
• Dental CE Package for 1st Year
• 401(k) + Matching
  : 100% on the first 3%, plus 50% match on the next 3%
• Opportunity to practice both General Practice and Urgent Care
• Personalized, 1-on-1 Mentorship
• Licenses, Dues & Memberships:
  Paid in full
• Scrub Allowance

Thinking about making a move?

We offer paid relocation assistance and personalized support to help make your transition to Chelan as smooth as possible. Because every move is different, relocation packages are customized and may include additional housing-related assistance or other transition support depending on individual circumstances.

Practice Medicine Your Way

We believe veterinarians do their best work when they're trusted.

Here, you'll enjoy true clinical autonomy while practicing alongside collaborative colleagues who value teamwork, mentorship, and high-quality medicine.

As one of the only hospitals in the area offering daytime urgent care alongside general practice, you'll see an exciting variety of cases every day. From wellness care and surgery to urgent medical cases, you'll continually expand your knowledge and clinical skills.

Our culture is built around teamwork, open communication, and supporting one another. You'll never feel like you're practicing alone.

Whether you're early in your career or looking to expand your skill set, we provide ongoing support in developing your:

• Clinical confidence
• Surgical skills
• Dental proficiency
• Medical decision-making

We're looking for someone who wants to become part of our future, with genuine opportunities for long-term growth, leadership, and potential ownership.

Chelan offers a lifestyle that's hard to match.

Located just minutes from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Chelan, you'll have easy access to boating, paddle boarding, hiking, skiing, wineries, golf, and countless outdoor adventures—
all with nearly 300 days of sunshine each year.

Enjoy a shorter commute, a welcoming…