Veterinarian | Portland, OR

Pacific Veterinary Hospital

Job Description

Come work & play at Pacific Veterinary Hospital in Southwest Portland, Oregon. We are searching for an enthusiastic Associate Veterinarian who specializes in small animal surgical procedures and thrives in a fast-paced, culturally sound environment. What are you waiting for? Come join our team!

We are offering competitive salaries commensurate with experience. APPLY NOW!

Pacific Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the greater Portland area since 1953. We are a well-established 4 doctor, small animal practice that provides the highest standard of care to our patients, and unbelievably inventive customer service to our large clientele. We offer everything from wellness, to comprehensive medical treatment with state-of-the-art equipment (including on-site laboratory machines, digital radiology, ultrasound, and Cornerstone veterinary software).

What to expect:

  • A phenomenal team that operates and feels like family. We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where all team members feel safe to collaborate, learn, and seek guidance from each other.
  • Quality medicine. Our team of Doctors, Technicians, and Client Service members perform advanced techniques and provide exceptional care and treatment services.
  • We are open 5 days a week; enjoy work-life balance with extremely flexible scheduling and weekends off.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience…oh my!

  • A Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
  • Licensure in great standing to practice in the state of Oregon.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
  • The ability to delegate responsibility and achieve maximum results with hospital team members.
  • Must be capable of superior decision making and problem solving.
  • The ability to coach, develop, and motivate colleagues.
  • Demonstrates time and task management.
  • Exemplifies professional and courteous presentation all clients and team members.
  • 3+ years of small animal surgical experience preferred.

An opportunity like this will not last. We look forward to meeting you.


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com. 

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.