Description

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, WA

Emergency Veterinarian

About You

You’ll provide excellent, in-the-moment care when patients need it most. You’ll hone your ability to triage and assess critical needs - with a team to back you with support - lean on our community to shift in schedule or role.

• Willingness to care for sick and injured patients who arrive on an emergency basis, along with managing hospitalized patients
• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans
• Oversee technicians who are carrying out plans
• Perform surgeries, provide critical care, and ensure a high level of service for all patients

About the Hospital

At Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, we offer primary care and 24/7 emergency services for dogs and cats. Our integrative medicine department provides rehabilitation services, as well as acupuncture and chiropractic for small animals. We are proud to be AAHA certified.

Founded with a pioneering veterinary spirit, Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital has been serving Snohomish and the Puget Sound region since 1963. With a dedicated support staff, we provide 24-hour emergency and critical care for small animals, offering extensive resources to the veterinary community of the Pacific Northwest.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is at the heart of what we do, powering a nationwide network of hospitals. We are a proud, excellence-driven community committed to shared success-yours included.

As a ThrivER, you’ll collaborate closely with specialty teams, keeping your skills sharp and your practice at the forefront of veterinary medicine. By integrating emergency expertise with comprehensive veterinary services, we’ve created a model for delivering exceptional patient care. This unique approach sets us apart, ensuring pets receive the highest level of care when they need it most. While small animal specialists are not located on site, our team partners closely with our sister hospital, VSCS, provide seamless access to specialty expertise and foster a highly collaborative approach to patient care.

OUR HOME

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital is located 30 miles north of Seattle in picturesque Snohomish, Washington, a blend of small-town charm and natural beauty. Snohomish offers a peaceful and welcoming community in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy the convenience of being close to major cities like Seattle while savoring a more relaxed pace of life. The town is known for its historic downtown, cultural events, and scenic surroundings, making it an ideal place to live for those seeking a balance between city amenities and a tranquil, close-knit atmosphere.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate easy access to water activities, hiking, and skiing, all within two hours of home. Come love where you work and live.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License:
• Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment
• Obtained prior to start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Experience in emergency medicine, including work experience, small animal rotating, or emergency internships, is strongly recommended.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL model. Full-time range starting at $180,000-$250,000/year, with a sign-on bonus up to $50,000 and up to $20,000 relocation allowance if applicable. The actual salary offered will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

You take great care of Animals. We take great care of YOU!

We believe in supporting people as individuals and designed our benefits to address all aspects of your well-being. Here, you’ll have the quality of life (and work) to meet your unique needs.

We center our benefits around...

• Family support and wellness so that you have security and support no matter the size and shape of your family
• Financial stability so that you feel confident in your future
• Mental health & well-being, as we recognize and offer resources to alleviate the unique challenges that come in veterinary care
• Educational support because knowledge isn’t just power, it’s fundamental
• Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more! This platform is designed to support and empower you with knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation (no negative accrual)
• Relocation assistance available
• Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance too)
• 401k w/ employer match
• Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health
• 8-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid PURRental leave for a newly adopted pet
• Bereavement leave to include loss of pet leave
• Annual paid time off
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Annual CE stipend and dedicated CE PTO
• Hospital is stocked with fresh snacks and beverages for staff to enjoy regularly

And so much More!

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.