Evergreen Animal Hospital in Gig Harbor, WA is looking for an Associate Veterinarian!
Since 1982, Evergreen Animal Hospital has been caring for the pets of Gig Harbor and surrounding community. Our doctors truly excel in pet health and preventative care, and our team is committed to ensuring professional, ethical, compassionate, and respectful care through education, teamwork, and service excellence. Evergreen is a full-service hospital open 6 days a week. We are well-equipped to mentor, so all experience levels are welcome!
About Us:
We are an AAHA Accredited Hospital.
We currently have 3 full time veterinarians and would love to add one more.
We have the support staff in place to support growth in our team, and we collaborate each day by dividing up our surgery and appointment cases equally amongst our team
We are busy! Our clinic is booked for dentals, surgeries (from routine soft tissue to TPLOs), and appointments Monday through Saturday. We all rotate through Saturday.
Our doctors enjoy the ability to develop their skills depending on their interests (surgery, ortho, exotics, etc) .
We have a Class IV Cold Laser Therapy unit and we are lucky to be within a few miles of our sister hospital, PetZen Animal Wellness, who can offer alternative and holistic medicine.
SALARY PLUS Compensation Model:
Guaranteed Annual SALARY paid month to month (range $120,000 - $130,000 depending on experience)
PLUS Monthly Production Bonus (we are paying your guaranteed salary UP FRONT and then you have the ability to produce up to and beyond this salary minimum. The additional revenue produced will qualify you for a production bonus based on a percentage rate of 21%-22%.)
Signing Bonus Package:
Sign on Bonus will be paid at start date ($5,000-$10,000)
Relocation Bonus Package ($5,000 - $10,000)
New Grad Benefits:
Regional Next Level Mentorship Program for all New Grads for year one.
$15,000 Tuition Assistance Bonus to newly graduated veterinarians who commit to a contract by the end of 2024.
$5,000 CE for newly graduated veterinarians who commit to a contract by end of 2024.
Referral Program Eligibility - Once you sign with us, if you refer "a friend" you can earn an additional $10,000.
Other Bonuses:
We love to add specific incentives aimed at YOU. What would make you smile? A gym membership? A vacation? Doggie Spa/Day Care services? A new iPhone/Apple Watch? Once we get to know you, we can tailor your contract to fit you.
Schedule:
3-4 days a week (10-hour shifts) - counts as full time
CE & Professional Memberships:
Annual stipend for CE of your choice ($2,500 - $3,000)
Professional Training and Development upon request
Midmark Dental Training
Membership in AVMA, VIN, WSVMA, your choice
Benefits:
Full Health Care (medical, vision, dental)
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off: Minimum 2 weeks (12 days)
Mental Health Services (online, over the phone, in person, etc)
Pet Benefits - per hospital policy
NVA perks on thousands of brands (rental cars, COSTCO, entertainment, etc.
Dr. Kane, our Managing Veterinarian, is passionate about facilitating the human-animal bond through preventative medicine and client education. He enjoys the great variety of cases that Evergreen sees every day and has a special interest in surgery and orthopedics. He is a patient and dedicated mentor and an engaging and empowering team leader. He would love to meet you.
About Gig Harbor:
Gig Harbor is an idyllic seaside town nestled on the southern edge of the Puget Sound in Pierce County, WA. Known for its charming historic downtown, boutique shopping, local fare eateries, and endearing cultural events, Gig Harbor offers picturesque views of Mt. Rainier and the feeling of small-town splendor.
Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program
National Veterinary Associates is one of the largest and most respected communities of veterinary hospitals in the world, operating nearly 1,000 hospitals in North America, including in all 50 states, and caring for 8,000,000+ animals annually. NVA is backed by JAB Holding, a leading private equity firm. Each person who joins NVA is motivated by our mission to provide excellent, accessible care to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them. NVA has been extremely successful over its 25+ year history and we’re very excited about our next chapter as we work toward our shared vision of revolutionizing the pet care experience to provide more fulfilling lives for pets, their companions, and our team.