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We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join us at Alder Trail Animal Hospital.

WHY CHOOSE US: – We are a privately owned full-service 1 doctor, small animal practice located in charming Bremerton, Washington. Our hospital is well-established, rapidly growing and we are looking for an Associate to grow with us. We know our clients and patients by name and multiple generations of families and pets come through our doors.  We take pride in providing high-quality medicine and developing individualized, comprehensive patient care while considering the needs of pet owners. Our staff gets along great with each other, always keeping us laughing!  Recent graduates will find that our experienced, cross-trained support staff is dedicated to helping them provide optimal care for our clients. 

We offer exceptional work/life balance with a 4-day work week, alternating Saturdays, No  Holidays or after- hours emergencies.  Our hospital is open M-F from 8-6 pm with a 2-hr. lunch & Saturdays 8-1.  Each doctor does surgery 2 mornings a week and the rest appointment time.  Our 4 exam rooms and surgical suite allow for flexibility with appointments.  The last appointment of the day is scheduled between 5:00 & 5:15. We respect family and personal time and are almost always out the door on time. We encourage involvement in the community

WHAT YOU WILL DO: We provide comprehensive medical care including but not limited to general examinations, medical work ups, surgeries (soft tissue and orthopedics), dentistry, and radiology.   Although our doctors see primarily dogs and cats, we also care for a wide variety of other pets including ferrets, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, & hamsters, etc. in addition to the occasional snake, Bearded Dragon, Iguana, or chameleon.  Full diagnostics include digital radiology, endoscopy, ultrasound (in-house & Board Certified), cardiology, EKG,  Class IV therapeutic laser, in-house chemistry panels, in-house laboratory &  in-house pharmacy.  We even offer puppy socialization classes!

OUR PERK/BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• $125,000 - $140,000 base compensation guaranteed, plus production!
• Signing Bonus! Or partial Student Loan repayment negotiable
• 14 days Paid Vacation Time Off
• Paid sick time
• $3600 Stipend for Health Insurance
• Paid Licensing (including DEA & PLIT), memberships/affiliations
• SIMPLE Retirement plan with employer match,
• Paid CE & More!
• Relocation expense reimbursement is negotiable. 

Just an hour ferry ride from Seattle, Bremerton sits on the Kitsap Peninsula, overlooking the shimmering waters of the Puget Sound. Well-known for its charming neighborhood restaurants and coffee shops, beautiful parks, and fascinating naval museums, the city is surrounded by beauty in every direction The city can feel like an oasis: It’s scenic, with ample shoreline, city parks, green spaces, and a growing arts and food scene.  Although it may appear “rural" due to the vistas of water, mountains and trees the Bremerton/Silverdale area is rapidly growing yet affordable. Diverse housing options in the area range from acreage properties, to single family homes and apartments. Recreational opportunities abound as Kitsap County is the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula. A short car ride gets you some of the finest beaches on the west coast, or drive into the mountains to hike, ski, snowboard in the beautiful Olympic National Park.  Into watersports?  Our ample shoreline provides opportunities for exploring coves by paddleboard, kayak or sailboat.  Want to have that big city experience without living there?  a quick ferry ride to Seattle puts major league sports, performing arts & cultural events are  at your fingertips. If you’re looking for a new destination, not yet discovered by the masses, you’ve found it in Bremerton!

If you have any questions about our hospital or the area, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to talking with you soon.

What you will be doing:

General consultations & examinations

Medical work-up

Routine surgeries, soft tissue and orthopedic (occasionally)

Dentistry

Anesthesia

Routine Radiology