Dental Vet Assistant — Predictable Schedule & Growth

Companion Pet; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Continuing education support

PTO and mental health support

Scrub allowance

Referral program

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Dental in Vancouver, WA is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our dental-focused team. You will support doctors with exams, dental cleanings, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, and patient care.

Working Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:00am–5:30pm, no weekend shifts. Requirements include a High School diploma and 2+ years’ experience; an Associate degree in veterinary technology is a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with anesthesia monitoring and assisting in surgical procedures (preferred).
• Experience with dental procedures, radiography, and animal handling.
• Proficient venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Knowledge of client instruction for home care and medications.
• Computer skills for maintaining electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and gentle handling of animals during examinations and procedures.
• Assist veterinary team with treatments, diagnostics, and surgeries; prepare equipment and maintain records.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and organization to ensure a safe environment.
• Relay patient updates to veterinarians and team members for continuity of care.
• Educate clients on care plans, medications, and home care instructions.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental cleanings

Radiography

Animal handling

Client communication

Venipuncture

Medication administration

Home care instructions

Medical record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2+ years of experience

Associate degree in veterinary technology

Continuing education in veterinary science a plus

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Dogwood Veterinary Dental in Vancouver, WA is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our dental-focused team. You will support doctors with exams, dental cleanings, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, and patient care.

Working Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:00am–5:30pm, no weekend shifts. Requirements include a High School diploma and 2+ years’ experience; an Associate degree in veterinary technology is a plus.