Veterinary Assistant

Lakewoodpetdoctor; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts on pets/services

Uniform allowance

VTNE reimbursement

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

The Pet Doctor in Lakewood is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role. You will work alongside veterinarians and technicians to deliver compassionate patient care while maintaining a well-organized hospital environment.

Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, paid time off, tuition support, and pet discounts, with weekends off and a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year of Veterinary Assistant or veterinary clinic experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• A team-oriented attitude.
• Genuine compassion for animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during exams, treatments, and surgeries.
• Safely restrain animals for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
• Assist with basic patient care and collect lab samples.
• Maintain medical records and treatment notes.
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Communicate professionally with pet owners.
• Educate clients and help keep the clinic organized and efficient.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Compassion for animals

Job description

The Pet Doctor in Lakewood is Hiring a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant!

Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: $19–$22 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday with no weekends

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Love Animals? We Think You’ll Feel Right at Home Here.

The Pet Doctor in Lakewood is looking for a passionate animal lover to join our team as a full-time Veterinary Assistant!

For more than50 years, we’ve cared for pets and built lasting relationships with their families in the Lakewood community. We’re a small animal practice that believes excellent veterinary care starts with a strong team, so we prioritize teamwork, personal growth, and supporting one another throughout the day.

We’re looking for someone who genuinely loves animals, enjoys staying busy, is highly motivated, can confidently multitask, and appreciates building positive relationships with clients and coworkers.

We also believe veterinary professionals deserve time for life outside the hospital. That’s why we’re closed on weekends!

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• A full-time schedule withno weekends
• A dedicated, passionate, and collaborative veterinary team
• A small animal practice with more than 50 years of history in the Lakewood community
• A team that values work-life balance
• Mentoring and support as you develop your veterinary career
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Meaningful relationships with longtime clients and their pets
• The opportunity to strengthen and expand your veterinary skills
• A workplace where teamwork and communication matter
• Employee pet care discounts and perks
• A team committed to providing high-quality care to every patient

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work alongside our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide compassionate patient care while helping keep the hospital organized and running efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Safely restraining animals for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
• Preparing exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
• Assisting with basic patient care
• Collecting and preparing laboratory samples as directed
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment notes
• Sterilizing and maintaining surgical instruments and equipment
• Communicating professionally with pet owners
• Assisting with client education
• Helping maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinic environment
• Supporting teammates as patient-care needs change throughout the day
• Contributing to a positive and collaborative hospital environment

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who combines a genuine love for animals with the motivation, communication skills, and organization needed to thrive in a busy veterinary practice.

Requirements for this position include:

• At least one year of Veterinary Assistant or veterinary clinic experience
• Strong organizational skills
• The ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• A team-oriented attitude
• Genuine compassion for animals

You’ll also be someone who:

• Loves working with animals and the people who care for them
• Enjoys staying busy and taking initiative
• Is highly motivated and dependable
• Values teamwork and collaboration
• Enjoys developing positive relationships with clients and coworkers
• Communicates professionally and compassionately with pet owners
• Is eager to continue learning and developing new skills
• Takes pride in providing high‑quality patient care
• Wants to grow and advance within the veterinary field

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At The Pet Doctor, professional growth isn’t something you have to figure out on your own.

You’ll have access to mentoring and support as you develop your skills and advance your veterinary career. Through hands‑on experience, continuing education, and collaboration with your teammates, you’ll have opportunities to keep learning while making a meaningful contribution to patient care.

You’ll also become part of a practice that has spent more than five decades building relationships with pets and families throughout the Lakewood community.

And one of the biggest perks? Your weekends are yours.

Because our hospital is closed on weekends, you’ll have valuable time away from work to recharge, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy life outside veterinary medicine.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• 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)
• 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 or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves animals, enjoys staying busy, and wants to work with a supportive team that values high‑quality care, professional growth, and work‑life balance, The Pet Doctor in Lakewood could be the place for you.

Bring your veterinary experience, compassion, motivation, and team‑first attitude. We’ll bring the mentoring, opportunities to grow, collaborative coworkers, meaningful relationships with clients and patients—and weekends off.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at The Pet Doctor 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 bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays