Associate Veterinarian - Uptown Animal Hospital

🐾 Full-Time Associate Veterinarian – Uptown Animal Hospital (Gig Harbor, WA) 🌊

Join a compassionate, client-centered team where medicine, mentorship, and balance come first.

Are you looking for a place where you can practice thoughtful, high-quality medicine with a supportive crew at your side? Uptown Animal Hospital in beautiful Gig Harbor, Washington is excited to welcome a full-time Associate Veterinarian to our growing practice. Whether you’re a seasoned DVM or a recent grad, you’ll have the collaboration, resources, and mentorship to do your best work—so you can focus on what matters most: excellent patient care.

✨ About Us

We’re an AAHA-accredited small animal hospital known for our warm, educational approach and commitment to preventative care. Our experienced veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, and compassionate support team work closely together in a respectful, low-drama environment.

Our modern facility includes digital radiography, in-house lab, and a full surgical suite, giving you the tools to manage a wide variety of medical and surgical cases. We encourage individualized medicine and offer robust mentorship, so every doctor—new or experienced—can continue to grow.

💼 What We Offer

• Highly Competitive Compensation: Base salary $110,000–$140,000 plus monthly production with no negative accrual, and a generous sign-on bonus.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision with company HSA contribution; life and disability insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; CE allowance; reimbursement for licenses and professional dues; uniform allowance, and more.


• Supportive Team Culture: Work alongside dedicated LVTs and a caring support staff that values collaboration and professional growth.


• Professional Development: Ongoing mentorship and CE support to advance your clinical skills and career path.

🌅 Life in Gig Harbor, Washington

Welcome to a charming waterfront community with stunning views, friendly neighborhoods, and no shortage of outdoor fun—boating, kayaking, hiking, and weekend markets included. Enjoy a small-town feel with quick access to Tacoma and Seattle for dining, arts, and entertainment. It’s that rare balance of peaceful living and urban convenience.

🩺 About Lakefield Veterinary Group

Uptown Animal Hospital is part of Lakefield Veterinary Group, a family-owned organization that supports each hospital’s unique culture while providing the resources of a larger group. Lakefield prioritizes work-life balance, professional growth, and meaningful community impact—so you can build a long, happy career.

💚 Why You’ll Love Working Here

✔ Welcoming, collaborative culture with true mentorship

✔ State-of-the-art facility and rewarding, diverse caseload

✔ Scenic location with year-round outdoor adventure

✔ Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and career flexibility

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and want to grow in a supportive, client-centered environment, we’d love to meet you.

📩 Contact Nikki Hanschu at [email protected]

or apply directly through Lakefield Careers.

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