Critical Care Veterinary Assistant — ICU Support & Growth

AAVMP; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Kirkland, WA seeks a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant to join the Critical Care team. You will perform diagnostics, assist with ICU care, and discharge patients while communicating clearly with clients.

The role emphasizes nursing care, medication administration, phlebotomy, and anesthesia monitoring, with adherence to RECOVER CPR guidelines and hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Experience performing diagnostics (radiographs, lab work) and ICU/inpatient care.
• Ability to communicate with clients and discharge patients.
• Knowledge of medications and monitoring therapeutic response.
• Competence in phlebotomy and vital signs assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to ICU/inpatient patients per hospital standards.
• Report signalment, problem list and plan during rounds.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Perform phlebotomy and assess vitals and physical exams.
• Assist with anesthesia/monitoring equipment for ASA I/II patients.
• Maintain readiness and adhere to CPR guidelines.

Skills

Diagnostics

ICU care

Client communication

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Medication administration

Anesthesia monitoring

CPR training

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Kirkland, WA seeks a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant to join the Critical Care team. You will perform diagnostics, assist with ICU care, and discharge patients while communicating clearly with clients.

The role emphasizes nursing care, medication administration, phlebotomy, and anesthesia monitoring, with adherence to RECOVER CPR guidelines and hospital standards.