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Avg. salary range
$130k–$160k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
Veterinarians diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. This could include livestock, wild animals in captivity, or pets and companion animals.
Career Level
Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Compassion
Are you able to understand how someone else is feeling without judgment? Do you reach out when you see someone in need of help?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Research
Are you able to easily collect information? Do you quickly identify higher priority information?
Education & Training
Doctorate Degree
A doctorate degree is the highest level of academic degree. In addition to a medical doctorate, you can earn this degree in almost any subject area. Doctorate degrees usually take at least four years to complete beyond undergraduate study.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$114,200
Average
$138,100
High
$173,800
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts vary depending on company needs and level of care. Some agency shifts may be 9 to 5, other agencies may require evenings and weekends and some residential agencies may require night shifts. Working more than 40 hours a week is not uncommon.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$142,600
Overall Rank
11th
out of 199 careers
In Agriculture & Natural Resources
1st
out of 17 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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