Veterinary Assistant

Advanced Animal Hospital Group; Medical Lake (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team in Medical Lake. This role involves supporting the medical staff in providing exceptional care to animals and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Candidates should have a passion for animal welfare, at least one year of veterinary experience, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care. The position offers a supportive work environment where teamwork and collaboration are key. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to make a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Yearly uniform allowance

Discount on veterinary care

Life insurance options

Free education through veterinary technician program

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary clinical experience required.
• Ability to handle fast-paced and stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic care and client communication.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Maintain medical records and perform clinic upkeep.

Skills

Veterinary clinical experience

Client communication

Laboratory skills

Surgery skills

Nursing skills

Radiology skills

Pharmacy skills

Dental skills

Patience and composure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Medical Lake Veterinary Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 7616 S. Bartholomew Rd, Medical Lake, WA 99022

Compensation: $17-21/ hour based on experience

Hospital Hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm M-Sat

We are seeking candidates who have at least 1 year of veterinary clinical experience, love animals, working collaboratively, and want to make a positive difference in the lives of animals, clients, and the team we work with. We work hard but we thrive on a supportive and fun culture. Does this sound like a good fit for you?

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Benefits We Offer:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
• 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
• Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
• Yearly uniform allowance
• Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
• Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
• Free education through our veterinary technician program!

Job Summary:

The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.