Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Abqpetcarehospital; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Eligible for periodic bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Employee pet care discounts

Supportive and growth-focused culture

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Silverdale, WA, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their collaborative team. The role requires proficiency in animal handling and strong communication skills. Applicants must have at least one year of experience, with a focus on multitasking in a busy clinic environment. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20 to $25 per hour, along with benefits including health insurance and flexible scheduling. Join a supportive team dedicated to high-quality animal care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant required (2+ years strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in restraint, venipuncture, sample handling, and basic lab testing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate, dependable, and proactive attitude.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Safely handle, restrain, and care for patients of all temperaments and sizes.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites for daily use.
• Perform lab sample collection, in-house testing, and prepare reference lab submissions.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide attentive monitoring for hospitalized and post-operative patients.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding patient care and follow-up instructions.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and compliance with AAHA standards.
• Support Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques.

Skills

Restraint

Venipuncture

Sample handling

Basic lab testing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Ridgetop Animal Hospital is a 6-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice made up of a compassionate and dedicated team of veterinary professionals committed to providing exceptional care to the pets and families in our community. We are currently seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced, collaborative team.

This position is ideal for someone who has already developed strong technical and animal handling skills, thrives in a busy environment, and values teamwork, communication, and high-quality medicine.

Position Overview

The Veterinary Assistant will play an essential role in supporting our doctors and licensed technicians with patient care, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. This role requires a proactive individual who can anticipate the needs of the medical team, multitask efficiently, and maintain composure in a dynamic clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Safely handle, restrain, and care for patients of all temperaments and sizes.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites for daily use.
• Perform lab sample collection, in-house testing, and prepare reference lab submissions.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide attentive monitoring for hospitalized and post-operative patients.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding patient care and follow-up instructions.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and compliance with AAHA standards.
• Support Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant required (2+ years strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in restraint, venipuncture, sample handling, and basic lab testing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate, dependable, and proactive attitude.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage between $20.00-$25.00 DOE.
• Eligible for periodic bonuses after one year of employment.
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and continuing education opportunities.
• Employee pet care discounts.
• Supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused hospital culture.

If you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to join a team that values your expertise, professionalism, and passion for animal care — we’d love to hear from you!

Job Type

Full-time

Schedule

• 10-hour shifts
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience

• Veterinary Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Silverdale, WA 98383 (Required)

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.