Veterinary Assistant
Western Veterinary Partners, LLCEdmonds, Washington, United States · Posted 13 days agoDescription
Ready to take your veterinary assistant career to the next level? Edmonds-Westgate Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is eager to continue learning, expand their clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and the people who love them.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated assistant who is eager to continue learning, expand their clinical knowledge, and work in a collaborative environment where they are empowered to fully utilize their skills. Our assistants play an active role in all aspects of hospital care, including patient care, client communication, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are looking for someone who enjoys a dynamic, fast-paced setting, adapts well to changing priorities, anticipates team needs, communicates professionally, and takes pride in providing outstanding support throughout every stage of the patient visit.
In this position, you will take an active role in:
- Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
- Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
- Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
- Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $20-23 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday- Friday and one Saturday a month.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 1+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, or related role preferred
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
- Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
About us:
Get to know us:
We are a busy, four-doctor practice that makes sure we don't lose sight of the importance of a good work/life balance, while providing exceptional care to our patients. We’re also dedicated to lifelong learning and provide excellent training and career growth opportunities! We have a welcoming and inclusive team, and we genuinely enjoy working with each other. We spend a lot of time with each other, and we want it to be lively and enjoyable! We value high-quality medicine, are equipped with modern equipment, and our doctors and techs are encouraged to stay current on industry advancements. Learn more at www.ewvh.com.
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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