Take the next step as Chief of Staff in vibrant Tri-Cities, WA, with compensation up to $207,000. This full-time leadership opportunity offers clinical impact, team mentorship, and a strong platform for growth.
The Hospital This busy, community-focused small-animal hospital sits within a convenient retail-adjacent setting that brings steady client flow and a varied caseload. The clinical team is supported by a clear leadership structure and dedicated paraprofessionals, creating a collaborative, well-organized environment. Services include preventive and wellness care, vaccinations, dental care, routine soft-tissue surgery, microchipping, behavior and dermatology consultations, and client education. Facilities feature exam and treatment areas, a surgical suite, dental equipment, and in-house diagnostics, with access to virtual-care tools that complement in-person visits. The culture emphasizes mentorship, continuing education, and professional development, with pathways to lead, coach, and grow.
Location Set where the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers meet, the Tri-Cities (Kennewick, Pasco, Richland) blends outdoor adventure, wine country living, and a strong, diversified economy. It is a hub for science and energy, offers convenient air travel, and provides a family-friendly lifestyle with big amenities and a more approachable cost of living than Western Washington. - Home to nationally recognized research and energy employers and a growing private sector - University presence via Washington State University Tri-Cities for research ties and talent pipelines - Easy travel and relocation with Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) offering nonstop flights to major hubs - Columbia Valley wine country with renowned nearby appellations and vibrant tasting-room scene - Outdoor recreation on riverfront trails, the Sacagawea Heritage Trail, Badger Mountain, and the Hanford Reach - Signature community events like the Tri-City Water Follies and Art in the Park - Family-friendly services with multiple local hospital systems and year-round community programming - Overall cost of living generally more affordable than Western Washington
Benefits - Competitive compensation with production-based bonus potential - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k) with employer contribution - Generous paid time off and paid holidays - Paid parental leave - CE allowance with paid CE days - License and professional dues reimbursement (state veterinary license, DEA as applicable) - Professional liability coverage - Uniform/scrubs allowance - Employee assistance and mental-health/wellbeing programs - Flexible scheduling within a full-time framework - Relocation support for qualified candidates
The Role - Lead medical quality, client experience, and hospital efficiency while practicing high-quality medicine - Balance responsibilities with approximately 20-30 percent leadership and 70-80 percent clinical duties - Mentor associate veterinarians and paraprofessionals; foster a positive, growth-oriented team culture - Guide scheduling, workflow, and delegation to optimize productivity and patient care - Provide comprehensive preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and routine soft-tissue surgery - Develop treatment plans, communicate clearly with clients, and ensure thorough medical records - Uphold safety and compliance standards; support continuous improvement in protocols and procedures - Collaborate closely with practice leadership on goals, budgeting, and operational performance - Engage in community-focused initiatives and preventive-care education
Requirements - DVM/VMD or equivalent from an accredited institution - Active Washington veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain prior to start) - Eligibility to work in the United States - DEA license (or eligibility to obtain) - Proven clinical skills in small-animal general practice; routine surgery and dentistry experience preferred - Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team-mentoring ability - Commitment to evidence-based medicine, client education, and high standards of care
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Benefits
Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Medical insurance
Pasco 
Washington 
USD137K
- USD207K / Year
Competitive Salary, 
Paid Vacations, 
Medical insurance
