Clinical Support, Emergency Medicine, Establish Priorities, Hospital, Medicine, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Urgent Care, Veterinary Hospital, Veterinary Medicine
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Up to $170,000 | Urgent Care Caseload | 4:1 Support Team | Flexible Shifts | No Sundays | High-Flow Clinical Setting
A well-established small animal hospital in Tacoma is looking for an Urgent Care Veterinarian to join their clinical team. This role suits a vet who enjoys fast-paced, varied medicine without the intensity of overnight emergency work.
You will be handling same-day and urgent presentations in a structured, well-supported environment where clinical autonomy and teamwork are both prioritised.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Up to $170,000 salary depending on experience
Dedicated urgent care caseload (no routine GP rota)
4:1 support staff ratio ensuring strong clinical flow
This is a busy, well-run hospital serving a large and active client base in the Tacoma area. The urgent care service focuses on same-day illness, minor emergencies, and time-sensitive medical cases, with systems designed to keep cases moving efficiently.
The team works closely together, maintaining a calm and organised approach even during high-demand periods.
What They're Looking For
DVM or equivalent eligible to practice in Washington State
Confident managing urgent and same-day cases
Strong clinical decision-making skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Team-focused communicator
GP vets looking to transition into urgent care welcome
Why Tacoma?
Located in Tacoma, offering a mix of coastal access, city convenience, and outdoor lifestyle, with a slightly more relaxed pace than nearby Seattle while still offering strong career opportunities.