Associate Veterinarian

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Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic
Cottage Grove, OR
Part-time or full-time DVM, 1-4 days per week, flexible schedule

Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic is seeking a veterinarian to join our team in Cottage Grove, OR, 25 minutes. south of Eugene. Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time work, we're open to building a schedule that works for you. We offer competitive compensation, production bonuses, CE support, and benefits like a 401(k)-even for our part-time doctors.

Our hospital has a strong foundation and is gearing up for exciting growth, including a brand-new facility with five exam rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, and a dental suite we'll be moving into in 2026. You'll join a multi-doctor team that enjoys a high technician-to-doctor ratio. We also have a sister hospital in Eugene, you can support occasionally, though most of the need is at our Cottage Grove location.

Get to know us:

5-doctor team

Talented assistants and support staff, including 1 CVT dedicated to Forest Valley and 4 additional CVTs at our sister hospital in Eugene

Over 50 years of CVT experience on site to assist doctors.

Digital Radiology and handheld digital dental

Small animal general practice (open to exotics or pocket pets)

Sees urgent care cases

Scenic location in Cottage Grove, near lakes, trails, and the Cascade Mountains

Close to Eugene with charming dining, arts, great schools, and a nearby airport

Fear-free approaches welcome

Brand-new hospital building coming in 2026!

Compensation:
This is a highly productive team. We're able to offer flexible compensation aligned with your production level, helping you find a nice balance of salary and bonuses.

Sign-on bonus

401 (K) options with matching

PTO

CE allowance + PTO to attend

Flexible schedule-rotating Saturdays (8 am-2 pm, paid as a full shift)

4 doctor coats provided per year

Pet care discounts

Medical, dental, etc.

Next steps:
Join Forest Valley Veterinary Clinic to be part of something special in beautiful Cottage Grove. APPLY TODAY to bring your skills and compassion to a team that's excited about the future-and dedicated to excellent pet care.

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