Veterinary Assistant

Abqpetcarehospital; Kingston (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, assist with patient care and treatments, and help deliver exceptional service to our clients.

The role requires empathy for animals, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic, and strong teamwork. Prior veterinary experience is favored but not required, and you must be comfortable lifting up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for working with animals, including those that may be stressed, frightened, ill, or in pain.
• Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred (1+ year), but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatments.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and provide post-operative care under supervision.
• Assist with administering medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• Perform routine diagnostic procedures, including: Taking radiographs (X-rays); Running laboratory bloodwork; Reading fecal samples.
• Safely restrain animals during examinations, blood draws, nail trims, and other procedures.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies throughout the hospital.
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces.

Skills

Age requirement

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Animal passion

Experience preferred

Communication skills

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about animal care and looking to make a difference every day? We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and hardworking Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and the entire hospital team while helping provide exceptional care to our patients and outstanding service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatments.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and provide post-operative care under supervision.
• Assist with administering medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• Perform routine diagnostic procedures, including:
  • Taking radiographs (X-rays)
  • Running laboratory bloodwork
  • Reading fecal samples
• Safely restrain animals during examinations, blood draws, nail trims, and other procedures.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies throughout the hospital.
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for working with animals, including those that may be stressed, frightened, ill, or in pain.
• Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred (1+ year), but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and assist with lifting larger animals with team members.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, squat, kneel, and perform physically active tasks throughout the workday.
• Comfortable handling and restraining animals safely and compassionately.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $18.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).

Benefits Offered:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Uniform allowance

Why Join Us?

If you're passionate about animal health and wellness and want to work alongside a team of highly devoted animal advocates, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the families who love them.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.