Veterinary Assistant

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Poulsbo (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) options

Paid time off

Bonus package

Job summary

Poulsbo Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This role offers hands-on work in both surgery and outpatient care, with a focus on client communication and compassionate patient handling.

You'll assist with surgical prep and recovery, maintain medical records, and support exam flow, while delivering high-quality care in a collaborative environment. This is a full-time, 4/10 schedule with no weekends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in client communication, patient restraint, surgery and dental setup, and SQ/IM injections.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient prep and recovery during surgical and dental procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records to support patient care.
• Support exam room workflow with outpatient care and appointment prep.
• Communicate with clients to check-in, review plans, and provide discharge instructions.
• Anticipate team needs to maintain an efficient schedule and high standard of care.

Skills

Client communication

Patient restraint

Surgery prep

SQ/IM injections

Job description

Poulsbo Animal Clinicis seeking an experiencedVeterinary Assistantto join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Assistants who are excited to fully utilize their skills in both surgery and outpatient care while making meaningful connections with clients and their pets.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with patient preparation and recovery during surgical and dental procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records to support accurate patient care.
• Support exam room workflow by assisting with outpatient care, patient handling, and preparing for appointments.
• Communicate with clients to check-in for appointments, review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address questions with empathy and clarity.
• Anticipate the needs of your team to maintain an efficient schedule while upholding the highest standards of patient care.

This position is ideal for Veterinary Assistants who enjoy engaging with clients and supporting outstanding patient care in a collaborative, team environment.

This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No Weekends!

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $20-22 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Client communication
  • Patient restraint
  • Setting up for surgery and dentals
  • SQ and IM injections

About us:

Poulsbo Animal Clinic is an AAHA-accredited, 3-doctor small animal practice operating in a modern, spacious facility with designated feline-friendly areas to reduce stress for our cat patients. As a fast-paced clinic that regularly handles urgent care cases and performs a variety of orthopedic surgeries, we offer a dynamic environment supported by comprehensive in-house services, including a full pharmacy, laboratory, surgery suite, and dental suite. Our dedicated team works closely with every client to ensure each pet receives the personalized, attentive care they deserve. By combining advanced medical practices with compassionate collaboration, we strive to deliver exceptional care and support through every stage of our patients’ lives. Poulsbo Animal Clinic is proud to be an active part of the community; partnering with local businesses to support and strengthen the region we serve.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$20 - $22 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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