Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care & Support

NVA General Practice; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NVA General Practice in Kent, WA is seeking a veterinary assistant to support the team with patient care, treatment, and client service. You will assist with exams, monitor hospitalized pets, and restrain animals as needed.

This role requires a positive attitude, multitasking ability, and comfort handling stressed animals. Prior experience is preferred but not required; physical duties include lifting up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Self-starter who can multitask and work well in a team.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle stressed, ill, or painful animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and assist after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Assist with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Feed and bathe animals.
• Answer phones and provide customer service.
• Help clients with their pets.

Skills

Multitasking

Team-Player

Animal Care

Customer Service

Job description

NVA General Practice in Kent, WA is seeking a veterinary assistant to support the team with patient care, treatment, and client service. You will assist with exams, monitor hospitalized pets, and restrain animals as needed.

This role requires a positive attitude, multitasking ability, and comfort handling stressed animals. Prior experience is preferred but not required; physical duties include lifting up to 40 lbs.