Emergency Veterinary Assistant for Critical Care

Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty in Bellevue, Washington, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care team to assist veterinarians and licensed technicians in urgent care settings. You will prepare treatment areas, perform triage, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and communicate clearly with clients to provide updates and aftercare instructions.

The role requires 1–2 years of emergency experience and a strong team mindset.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of emergency and critical care experience as a veterinary assistant preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and licensed technicians with emergency procedures and treatments.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, ensuring cleanliness and stocking.
• Perform triage, history taking, basic nursing care, and patient discharge.
• Take and record vital signs; administer medications and perform basic lab tests.
• Communicate with clients to provide status updates and aftercare instructions.

Skills

Emergency care

Critical care

Client communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program

Job description

Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty in Bellevue, Washington, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care team to assist veterinarians and licensed technicians in urgent care settings. You will prepare treatment areas, perform triage, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and communicate clearly with clients to provide updates and aftercare instructions.

The role requires 1–2 years of emergency experience and a strong team mindset.