Triage Veterinary Assistant – 4/10s, Overnight/Day

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

Benefits offered by this job

Trupanion pet insurance

Discounts on pet treatments

Annual continuing education allowance

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA seeks two Overnight OR Daytime Veterinary Assistants for 4/10s shifts. Pay is $22–$29 per hour with shift differentials. Duties include triage, intake, vitals, client communication, and coordination with vets and staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Positions offer growth opportunities within a Mars Veterinary Health network, with benefits described in the job posting. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Intake and triage of incoming patients
• Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during nursing rounds
• Take vitals including heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort
• Client communication and education
• Perform rechecks, chart vital sign trends and client updates
• Maintain communications with intaking doctor to ensure prompt patient care
• Stocking and cleaning as needed
• Monitor waiting/exam room clients; update clients on wait time and patient status
• Coordinate with doctor and staff to minimize wait times and maximize patient flow
• Manage Cornerstone/Instinct hospital census

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA seeks two Overnight OR Daytime Veterinary Assistants for 4/10s shifts. Pay is $22–$29 per hour with shift differentials. Duties include triage, intake, vitals, client communication, and coordination with vets and staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Positions offer growth opportunities within a Mars Veterinary Health network, with benefits described in the job posting. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.