Veterinarian Jobs in West Linn, OR

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

Team The team includes two veterinarians and six Licensed Veterinary Technicians, working in a collaborative and supportive culture....

PriorityPet Urgent Care - National

Urgent Care Veterinarian - PT/FT Opportunities! - Equity Available

We offer our Veterinarians: Competitive compensation with generous Sign-on and Performance bonuses Comprehensive Benefits (100% employer paid medical premiums, liability coverage, paid licensing/fees...

Veterinary Radiologist (Veterinary Specialist)

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 7 days ago

The Package $200k - $300k Base Salary + Production Health/Dental/Vision insurance 401K + 3% match Life & disability insurances Student loan assistant programme Paid parental leave Uniform...

Full-Time Emergency Veterinarian - $200K+ (Relocation Assistance)

  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 14 days ago

We are looking for: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary medicine or certification through ECFVG required....

Veterinary Radiologist

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 16 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 16 days ago

Grab your hiking boots and head to Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center,a state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a...

Staff Veterinarian, CVH

  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 20 days ago
  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 20 days ago

Medical cases are both outpatient and inpatient with the majority being canine and feline patients and a small percentage being exotics (small mammals and birds) or other species....

Relief Veterinarian, CVH

  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 20 days ago
  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 20 days ago

Medical cases are both outpatient and inpatient with the majority being canine and feline patients with a small percentage of cases being exotics (small mammals and birds) or other species....

Infectious Disease Veterinarian

  • Beaverton, OR (12 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (12 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Required Qualifications The candidate must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA-accredited college/university or equivalent Board Certification by the American College of Laboratory...

Veterinarian

  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (11 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE The pay range for this role (full-time) is $113,261 - $163,599 annually....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Clackamas, OR (8 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (8 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

As we continue to grow, were seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our team!...

Hospital Veterinarian II

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Education/Experience Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school....

Vetco Relief Veterinarian

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

REQUIREMENTS Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing Appropriate state-specific licensing to perform all shift functions including the ability to perform blood draws & administer...

Mountain View Veterinary Hospital- Associate Veterinarian

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians....

Columbia River Veterinary Specialists- Emergency Veterinarian

  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (24 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians....

Emergency Veterinarian

  • Tigard, OR (9 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tigard, OR (9 miles from West Linn, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Cascade Veterinary Referral Center is excited to welcome an Emergency Veterinarian to their team of highly skilled Doctors and support staff!...

Demographic Data for West Linn, OR

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in West Linn, OR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in West Linn, OR offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.4%
High School or GED
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in West Linn, OR
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%


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