Animal Health Assistant NF-03

U.S. Army Medical Command; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

U.S. Army Medical Command at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Veterinary Treatment Facility is seeking an Animal Health Assistant to support surgical procedures and patient care. The role involves preparing surgery packs, blades and sutures, and assisting the veterinarian during operations.

You will monitor anesthesia and help ensure safe, efficient procedures in a military facility. This Army NAF position provides benefits coverage and opportunities for professional development on base, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Assisting veterinarian during surgical procedures.
• Preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades and suture material.
• Monitoring a patient under anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, including packs, blades and sutures.
• Monitor a patient using an anesthetic machine and ensure post-procedure safety.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Anesthetic monitoring

Suture preparation

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Medical Command
• Department: Department of the Army
• Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

This position is located at the Joint Base Lewis McChord Veterinary Treatment Facility. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

Key Responsibilities

May assist veterinarian to prepare for and during surgical procedures, to include preparing surgery packs, scalpel blades, and suture material, monitoring a patient using an anesthetic machine.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.

Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan.
• Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Medical Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $46440 – $46440/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 20 Hours position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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