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Commencement Bay Animal Hospital
Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call
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A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$123,634 / year median in Washington
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Career Center Home Search Jobs Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Search Results Job Details Explore Location Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call Share Print Call Us Commencement Bay Animal Hospital Tacoma, Washington, United States +1 Norwell, Massachusetts, United States (on-site) APPLY Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call Share Print Call Us Commencement Bay Animal Hospital Tacoma, Washington, United States +1 Norwell, Massachusetts, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 3 hours ago Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call Share Print Call Us Commencement Bay Animal Hospital Tacoma, Washington, United States +1 Norwell, Massachusetts, United States (on-site) APPLY Job Duration Indefinite Employment sector Clinical Practice Min Experience 1-2 Years Min Education Doctorate/DVM Species Canine +1 Feline Type Full-Time Position Veterinarian AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Lead Veterinarian in GP Practice | Modern Medicine | No Weekends or On-Call The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description Veterinarian
No weekends, late hours, or on call Tuesday thru Friday, with Friday being a one-doctor day 1 procedure day (mix of dental and surgery) and 3 appointment days Open to doing morning procedures and afternoon appointments We are also open to a 3-day work week, Tuesday thru Thursday Location highlights: Part of Tacoma's vibrant 6th Avenue community — great food, drinks, and music just steps away Easy access to mountains, coast, and everything outdoorsy Close to Seattle & Olympia but without the overwhelming traffic chaos A city rich in art, history, and waterfront beauty Compensation & benefits: Base salary: $140,000
- Lead General Practitioner
- Tacoma, WA Ready to take the lead on a thriving GP caseload?
No weekends, late hours, or on call Tuesday thru Friday, with Friday being a one-doctor day 1 procedure day (mix of dental and surgery) and 3 appointment days Open to doing morning procedures and afternoon appointments We are also open to a 3-day work week, Tuesday thru Thursday Location highlights: Part of Tacoma's vibrant 6th Avenue community — great food, drinks, and music just steps away Easy access to mountains, coast, and everything outdoorsy Close to Seattle & Olympia but without the overwhelming traffic chaos A city rich in art, history, and waterfront beauty Compensation & benefits: Base salary: $140,000
- $150,000 (depending on schedule and experience) Quarterly production bonus — no negative accrual Signing and/or relocation bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with match Employee assistance program (EAP) Paid parental leave $2,500 CE allowance + CE time off Paid vacation, license dues, liability coverage, and more!
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- $400 $230 High-Speed Internet $75
- $150 $94 Transportation Gasoline (1 liter) $1.