Overnight ER Vet Assistant - Fast-Paced Pet Care

Brief Media, Inc.; Tukwila (WA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trupanion pet insurance

Employee discounts on pet care

Continuing education allowance

BluePearl University access

Flexible scheduling

401k and retirement planning

Paid time off

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tukwila, WA is seeking a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant for our 24/7 Emergency department. The role includes triaging emergencies, assisting DVM, performing diagnostics, ICU setup, discharging patients, and client communication.

Shifts include Day, Swing, Overnight and Weekends; starting pay ranges from $22.19 to $32.82 per hour depending on experience and Kahuna leveling. We offer shift differentials for nights and weekends, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, monitor therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform physical exam; monitor heart rate, capillary refill, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate.
• Assist with anesthesia/monitoring equipment for ASA I or II patients.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency as assigned.

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tukwila, WA is seeking a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant for our 24/7 Emergency department. The role includes triaging emergencies, assisting DVM, performing diagnostics, ICU setup, discharging patients, and client communication.

Shifts include Day, Swing, Overnight and Weekends; starting pay ranges from $22.19 to $32.82 per hour depending on experience and Kahuna leveling. We offer shift differentials for nights and weekends, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing