Veterinary Assistant

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $500 bonus

Health package: medical, dental, and…

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Clinic of Kalispell in Kalispell, Montana, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support client and patient care across all hospital areas. You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, dentistry, and outpatient procedures while maintaining records and educating clients.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced setting, multitasking, and proactive patient care with a strong focus on compassionate service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel, or related role preferred.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Surgery set-up

Exams, treatments, blood draws

Vital signs & histories

Multitasking & prioritization

Client communication

Job description

Animal Clinic of Kalispell is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded veterinary assistant who enjoys variety in their day and is eager to expand their skills across all aspects of patient care. You'll play an active role in client communication, surgery, dentistry, outpatient procedures, and general nursing care while working alongside a collaborative team. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask effectively, anticipate the needs of both patients and teammates, communicate professionally, and take pride in providing exceptional care and support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

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

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• 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: $18 - $20 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday.

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

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Assist with surgery set-up
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members

Why choose Animal Clinic of Kalispell:

Animal Clinic of Kalispell in Kalispell, Montana, is committed to providing high-quality veterinary care with a focus on compassion and personalized service. Our experienced team includes five DVMs and dedicated support staff who are committed to the health and well-being of every patient we serve, ensuring they receive the best possible care in a warm and welcoming environment. In addition to comprehensive preventive and medical care, we offer chemotherapy, provide emergency services, and deliver a wide range of advanced treatments to meet the diverse needs of our patients.

Pay Range

$18 - $20 USD

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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