Community Vet Surgery Assistant — Fast-Paced Clinic

Southwesthumane; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Section 125 FSA

Job summary

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington seeks a Community Medicine Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, high-volume clinic focused on spay/neuter, preventative care, and expanding access to veterinary services for underserved communities.

As part of the team, you will support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while maintaining compassion and professionalism with clients and animals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or high-volume spay/neuter program.
• Experience supporting surgical or anesthesia procedures is strongly preferred.
• Experience in shelter medicine or high-volume spay/neuter environments preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Strong animal handling skills with dogs and cats of varying temperaments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, handling, and preparation for surgery and medical appointments.
• Support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare animals for surgery including patient identification, weighing, pre-operative preparation, and surgical prep.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery under the direction of veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Monitor patient safety and report changes in condition promptly.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

Surgical/Anesthesia support

Shelter medicine experience

Animal handling

Communication & teamwork

Job description

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington seeks a Community Medicine Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, high-volume clinic focused on spay/neuter, preventative care, and expanding access to veterinary services for underserved communities.

As part of the team, you will support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while maintaining compassion and professionalism with clients and animals.