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About the Role

Associate Veterinarian

Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital – Olympia, WA

Join a collaborative, high-performing team at Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital, a well-established mixed animal practice in beautiful Olympia, Washington, where compassionate medicine, teamwork, and advanced patient care come first.

Why Join Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital?

• Recently renovated standalone hospital with over 650 additional square feet added to our footprint
• Modernized facility featuring:
• 5 exam rooms
• Expanded treatment area with 2 wet tables
• Dedicated surgery prep area
• Large surgery suite
• Recovery ward
• Separate dental suite
• Remodeled pharmacy and lab
• Upgraded run area

Advanced Equipment & Capabilities

• Electrocautery
• Cold laser therapy
• Digital radiography
• New ultrasound unit
• Cryosurgery kit
• TCI scope
• Digital dental radiology

Our Caseload

• 80% Small Animal / 20% Large Animal
• Occasional rabbits and pocket pets
• Strong large animal/reproduction caseload for interested veterinarians
• Opportunity to work alongside a doctor with special interests in reproduction and ruminant medicine

What Makes Us Unique

• We perform advanced soft tissue surgeries and offer orthopedic procedures with support from a traveling orthopedic surgeon
• Comprehensive reproductive services including:
• OFA testing
• Semen collection/evaluation/shipment
• In-house progesterone/ovulation timing
• Pregnancy ultrasound
• Scheduled C-sections
• Infertility evaluations

Doctor Support & Schedule

• Average 14–16 patients per day
• 30-minute wellness appointments
• 45-minute sick appointments
• Strong support staff structure:
• 1 Doctor : 1 Assistant
• 2.5 Licensed Technicians

Our Culture

At Chambers Prairie, patient care drives everything we do.

• Team members step in for one another without hesitation
• No one struggles alone—whether that means help with restraint, case management, or making sure teammates take lunch
• Compassion for patients, clients, and each other defines our culture
• Collaborative environment where doctors regularly share knowledge and support one another

Community Involvement

We proudly partner with:

• Concern for Animals
• Joint Animal Services of Thurston County

If You’re Looking For:

• A practice that prioritizes high-quality medicine
• A supportive team that truly collaborates
• Access to advanced surgical and reproductive cases
• The opportunity to practice mixed animal medicine in a stunning location

We’d love to meet you!

Where We Are

Why Olympia?

Olympia offers the ideal Pacific Northwest lifestyle for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers:

• Lakes, forests, wildlife refuges, and tidal flats all within 20–30 minutes
• Endless hiking opportunities, including access to Mount Rainier
• Kayaking, paddleboarding, and waterfront recreation nearby
• Stunning sunset views over lakeshores and boardwalks
• Just 60 miles from Seattle for world-class dining, arts, music, and iconic attractions like Pike Place Market

What's In It For You

Benefits:

• A pro-sal compensation model with a base salary of $115,000 - $140,000 (based on experience & schedule)
• Production bonus paid quarterly with no negative accrual
• Signing and/or relocation bonus available
• 401(k) contribution
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• CE allowance + CE PTO
• Professional dues and liability coverage
• Paid vacation + sick time
• Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!

We are so proud of our practice and would love to tell you about our community-based approach to veterinary care. Apply today!