Dental Veterinary Assistant - Fast-Paced Emergency Care

BluePearl; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet Insurance

Discounts on Pet Treatments

Continuing Education Allowance

401k

Job summary

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA, seeks a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant for the Dentistry department. The role offers a pay band of $22–$29 per hour, starting point dependent on experience and Kahuna leveling.

Responsibilities include nursing care, triage, diagnostics (radiographs, labs), ICU/inpatient tasks, discharge processes, and client communication. Growth through skill development and leadership programs is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Prioritizes patient welfare and comfort.
• Familiar with veterinary nursing standards and routine care.
• Able to monitor and document patient signals and response to treatment.
• Competent in basic lab work and handling radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency cases and assist DVM with estimates and plans.
• Provide nursing care according to hospital standards.
• Perform diagnostics including radiographs and lab work.
• Prepare patients for ICU or Inpatient wards and discharge.
• Maintain accurate client communication and documentation.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and medication administration.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiography

Client Communication

ICU Monitoring

Job description

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA, seeks a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant for the Dentistry department. The role offers a pay band of $22–$29 per hour, starting point dependent on experience and Kahuna leveling.

Responsibilities include nursing care, triage, diagnostics (radiographs, labs), ICU/inpatient tasks, discharge processes, and client communication. Growth through skill development and leadership programs is encouraged.