Description

Overview

Pet Emergency Center-Skagit Valley (PEC) is seeking an experienced Associate ER Veterinarian to join our community-owned and operated 24-hour emergency hospital. This is a night-shift position, with full-time status based on two 12-hour shifts per week.

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who is confident in emergency medicine, surgery, and critical care, and who wants to practice high-quality medicine with a skilled, compassionate, and deeply committed team.

About Pet Emergency Center

For over 21 years, PEC has provided emergency veterinary care to pets and families in our region. We are proud to be a trusted resource for our community, local veterinarians, and the families who come to us during some of their most difficult moments.

PEC is privately-owned and operated, meaning all decisions are made locally for our patients, clients, team members, and referring veterinary community.

Requirements

The doctor team at Pet Emergency Center provides high-quality urgent and emergent care for small animal patients. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a fast-paced caseload, performing surgery, overseeing hospitalized patients, and working closely with a skilled nursing team.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients
• Performing emergency surgery and urgent procedures as indicated
• Managing hospitalized, unstable, and critical patients
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients
• Partnering with licensed veterinary technicians and support staff to provide efficient and thoughtful veterinary care
• Maintaining complete and timely medical records
• Supporting a positive hospital culture built on teamwork, trust, accountability, and continuous quality improvement

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Active Washington State veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Strong emergency medicine skills
• Surgical competency
• Critical care case management experience
• Excellent client communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a skilled technical team
• Commitment to high clinical standards, teamwork, and compassionate care

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual base compensation: $218,000 plus production 
• CE, licensing, and professional reimbursement allowance
• Company Health Insurance plan, with premiums paid 100% by PEC 
• Simple IRA with employer match up to 3%
• RECOVER CPR training paid by PEC
• Access to Plumb's and VIN
• Full-time status: two 12-hour shifts per week