About the role
Who we are
Associate Veterinarian
Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital – Olympia, WA
Join a collaborative, high-performing team at
Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital
, a well-established mixed animal practice in beautiful
Olympia, Washington
, where compassionate medicine, teamwork, and advanced patient care come first.
Why Join Chambers Prairie Animal Hospital?
Recently renovated standalone hospital with over 650 additional square feet added to our footprint
Modernized facility featuring
5 exam rooms
Expanded treatment area with 2 wet tables
Dedicated surgery prep area
Large surgery suite
Recovery ward
Private dental suite
Remodeled pharmacy and lab
Upgraded run area
Advanced Equipment & Capabilities
Electrocautery
Cold laser therapy
Digital radiography
New ultrasound unit
Cryosurgery kit
TCI scope
Digital dental radiology
Our Caseload
80% Small Animal / 20% Large Animal
(the opportunity currently available is working with only small animal)
Occasional rabbits and pocket pets
Opportunity to work alongside a doctor with special interests in
large animal reproduction and ruminant medicine
What Makes Us Unique
Our team's longevity speaks for itself—our medical staff offers over 50 years of combined experience, and many of our support staff have spent years growing their careers with us
We perform advanced soft tissue surgeries and offer orthopedic procedures with support from a traveling orthopedic surgeon
Comprehensive reproductive services including
OFA testing
Semen collection/evaluation/shipment
In-house progesterone/ovulation timing
Pregnancy ultrasound
Scheduled C-sections
Infertility evaluations
Doctor Support & Schedule
Average 14–16 patients per day
30-minute wellness appointments
45-minute sick appointments
Strong support staff structure
1 Doctor : 1 Assistant
2.5 Licensed Technicians
Our Culture
- At Chambers Prairie, patient care drives everything we do.
- Team members step in for one another without hesitation
- No one struggles alone—whether that means help with restraint, case management, or making sure teammates take lunch
- Compassion for patients, clients, and each other defines our culture
- Collaborative environment where doctors regularly share knowledge and support one another
Community Involvement We proudly partner with:
Concern for Animals
Joint Animal Services of Thurston County
If You’re Looking For
A practice that prioritizes
- high-quality medicine
- A supportive team that truly collaborates
- Access to advanced surgical and reproductive cases
- The opportunity to practice mixed animal medicine in a stunning location
- We’d love to meet you!
What's in it for you:
Compensation & Benefits
- A pro-sal compensation model with a base salary of $115,000 - $140,000 (based on experience & schedule)
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- Signing and/or relocation bonus available
401(k) contribution
Medical, dental, vision insurance
- CE allowance + CE PTO
- Professional dues and liability coverage
- Paid vacation + sick time
- Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!
- We are so proud of our practice and would love to tell you about our community-based approach to veterinary care. Apply today!
Where we are
Why Olympia?
Olympia offers the ideal Pacific Northwest lifestyle for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers:
- Lakes, forests, wildlife refuges, and tidal flats all within 20–30 minutes
- Endless hiking opportunities, including access to Mount Rainier
- Kayaking, paddleboarding, and waterfront recreation nearby
- Stunning sunset views over lakeshores and boardwalks
- Just 60 miles from Seattle for world-class dining, arts, music, and iconic attractions like Pike Place Market