Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Quarterly bonuses

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vetcor is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant in Issaquah, Washington. Candidates will assist veterinarians, handle feline patients, and support daily hospital operations while providing exceptional patient care.

We offer competitive pay between $20 and $23 per hour, comprehensive medical coverage, and various bonus programs. Join our team for a rewarding career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience required.
• Strong animal handling and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments.
• Safely handle and restrain feline patients during examinations and procedures.
• Support laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Job description

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full‑Time
• Salary: $20–$23 / hour
• Schedule: Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays; four 10‑hour shifts designed to accommodate hospital business hours

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
• Safely handle and restrain feline patients during examinations and procedures
• Support laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures
• Assist with patient admissions, treatments, and nursing care
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Educate clients on preventive care, medications, and treatment recommendations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
• Support daily hospital operations while delivering exceptional patient and client care

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience required
• Strong animal handling and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• Positive attitude and team‑oriented mindset
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced veterinary environment

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a veterinary practice that lights your fire instead of burning you out, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Meadows Cat Hospital such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Meadows Cat Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.