Veterinary Assistant

Animalhealing; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dedicated team at this pet medical center, where your passion for animal care will thrive! As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care to pets while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. This position offers flexible scheduling, opportunities for professional growth, and a variety of benefits that prioritize your well-being and work-life balance. With a focus on mentorship and a positive workplace culture, you will be empowered to grow your skills and make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and their owners. If you are ready to bring your authentic self to work and embrace the joy of helping pets, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Continuing Education Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Lab Work for Pets

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus

Mentoring and Support

Health Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant is required.
• Must be willing to obtain a Washington Medication Clerk License.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in providing care to animals.
• Maintain a positive and empathetic attitude towards clients and pets.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant Experience

Empathy

Communication Skills

Ability to Lift 40 lbs

Knowledge of Animal Care

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital Radiology

Laser Therapy Equipment

Job description

Pet Medical Center of Pasco is on the hunt for a veterinary assistant to add to its fantastic team. We’re That Practice that you want to work at! We’re a group of hard-working professionals that want to provide excellent care for our pets. More than anything, we are genuine and proud to be ourselves inside the clinic too. We’re looking to welcome others to join us in being their authentic selves and offer tons of awesome benefits to support a healthy and positive work environment, including:

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• 529 Savings Plan
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

We have a ton of other bells and whistles and fancy gadgets, including ultrasound, digital radiology, laser therapy, surgical laser, and great monitoring equipment to make our jobs easier as well! We offer some interesting additional services that are fun to learn: avian/exotics medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, and our own 501c3- Watson's Paws for the Cause small adoption program!

Our Veterinary Assistants must also be willing to:

• Ask for help and offer help to others
• Grow and learn and grow some more
• Be positive! Because with the right cattitude, anything is possible
• Be empathetic to our clients, your team members, and yourself
• Share your knowledge, talents, and experiences with others (spidey powers would be cool too)
• Tolerate puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• Don’t stop believing (or retrieving, as your dog would say)
• Give/Accept support and acknowledgment to/from your team members on those ruff days
• Listen to our clients as they explain why their dog/cat/bird/rat/goat/chicken is the best one that has ever lived
• Get/Maintain Washington Medication Clerk License (training provided)
• Have a minimum 1-2 years of Veterinary Assistant experience
• Ability to lift up to 40# unaided and can walk/stoop/stand for long periods of time
• Bonus if you know how to draw blood, take radiographs, exam room assistance, surgery assistance etc

What we’re willing to give in return:

• This position is currently being hired for 20-25 hours/week and has the option to go full-time at the end of May when our new DVM starts!
• $17-$20/hour, based on experience
• Mentoring and support for all team members
• Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• Lunch breaks on the reg
• 4 or 5 day work weeks (and 1 Sat/month)
• No nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours
• Support you in your desire to grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!
• Diverse candidates welcomed

Think you’re the Veterinary Assistant we’ve been dreaming of? Awesome! Come join our team and see the difference we can make in the lives of our people and our patients!

Find out more about us:

Facebook: Pet Medical Center of Pasco

Instagram: @pmc_pasco

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Pet Medical Center of Pasco 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.

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.