Veterinary Assistant

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Duvall (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental/Vision

Life insurance and disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus package up to $500

Job summary

Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital in Duvall, WA is growing and expanding weekend urgent care. We seek a versatile Veterinary Assistant/Client Service Representative to grow with us, supporting exams, diagnostics, and compassionate client communication.

The role offers 10-hour shifts with part-time or full-time options. Compensation is $23–$26/hour with a $2/hour weekend differential, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience
• Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Responsibilities

• Assisting the team during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling & restraint

Medical records documentation

Client communication & education

Exams & treatments support

Vital signs & histories

Job description

Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital is growing! With an experienced new doctor joining our team, we are expanding our services to include Saturday and Sunday urgent care hours and are looking for a versatile Veterinary Assistant/Client Service Representative to grow with us.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to expand their Veterinary Assistant skills while gaining experience in client service. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to utilize their skills across urgent care, outpatient care, patient handling, diagnostics, treatment support, and client communication. Our ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, and able to remain calm and organized while supporting a variety of urgent and same-day patient needs.

As our team and services continue to grow, this position offers the opportunity to play an important role in building and supporting our new weekend urgent care program while growing and developing your VA skills.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

Assisting the team during exams, treatments, and procedures

Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint

• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

Compensation:$23 - $26 per hour for each hour worked, plus a $2 per hour weekend differential for hours worked Saturday and Sunday.

This is a part-time or full-time position, with 10-hour shifts and availability needed Monday - Sunday.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, or related role
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

About us:

Cherry Valley is a two and a half-doctor general practice with natural light in every room and an open and functional treatment area. We provide ample opportunities to hone your skills or develop new ones. Our highly skilled hospital team has impressive longevity and provides excellent care to Duvall, WA, dogs and cats. Our team is high energy yet laid back and prioritizes relationship building and lifelong learning. At Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital, we promote a strong sense of teamwork and work hard to ensure our hospital is a positive space for people who love what they do.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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