Saltwater Animal Hospital is expanding, and we’re thrilled to welcome an enthusiastic associate veterinarian to our team! We are dedicated to providing gold-standard care and continuously advancing our practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that prioritizes professional growth and exceptional patient care! 

What Excites You? 
Whether you’re passionate about surgery, dentistry, exotics, urgent care, leadership, or mentorship, we want to help you grow and fully utilize your skillset. 

Why Saltwater Animal Hospital? 

1. Specialized Support:
   Work alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team with a 1:1 LVT-to-doctor ratio and 2:1 medical support staff-to-doctor ratio, ensuring smooth workflows so you can focus on what you do best—caring for patients. We also have Fear-Free Certified team members, 2 exam rooms, and a dedicated cat ward to deliver the best care for our feline friends. 
2. Expansive Range of Services:
   From routine care to complex cases, we offer a comprehensive range of medical, dental, and surgical services. Our in-house partnerships with specialists allow us to deliver advanced treatments, supporting the high-quality care we’re known for. 
3. State-of-the-Art Facility:
   Our modern hospital is equipped with digital radiography (including dental), in-house lab capabilities, ultrasound, and Class IV laser therapy. Located in beautiful Downtown Des Moines, we’re just a 10-minute walk from the beach and local trails! 
4. Positive, Fun Culture:

Our team is committed to maintaining a welcoming, supportive environment where learning is valued, and high standards are a priority. We participate in a monthly journal club with the medical team.  We also love to have fun and celebrate together with daily shout-outs, monthly potlucks, and holiday events!  

5. Loyal Clientele:
   We’ve built a strong reputation in the community, with a loyal client base that trusts us for comprehensive pet healthcare. 

Learn more about our hospital at: https://saltwateranimalhospital.com/ 

If you're excited to work with an incredible team on a diverse range of cases, in a modern, well-equipped facility, we’d love to chat! Apply today and discover why Saltwater Animal Hospital could be the perfect fit for your veterinary career! 

Location: 22014 7th Ave S, Suite 100, Des Moines, WA 98198 

Benefits: 

• Competitive annual base salary + monthly production bonus (with no negative accrual)! 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Paid time off 

• 401k with employer match 

• Paid CE with continuing education time off 

• Developed mentorship program 

• Wellness programs 

About Saltwater Animal Hospital

Mission Veterinary Partners is a veterinarian-founded network of 300+ animal hospitals throughout the United States. While it’s important to know what we are, it’s probably more important to know what drives us - We have one mission: to be the employer of choice in veterinary medicine. Our mission is to be more than just a business model. We represent a work culture and mindset revolved around the health and well-being of each of our team members, so they can provide the best care possible for our clients and patients! We’re always looking to connect with like-minded individuals so if you are looking for a new team, reach out today to see how we can help. For more info on our animal hospital locations and career opportunities: https://missionveterinarypartners.com/careers/

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