Veterinary Assistant

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability

401k match

Paid time off

Bonus up to $500

Job summary

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital in Shoreline, WA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits. You will support efficient exam room and outpatient workflow and maintain thorough medical records, ensuring compassionate, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes client engagement, clear communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs/cats.
• Ability to assist exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care.
• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.

Skills

Client engagement

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Reliability

Customer service

Job description

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits.

We are seeking an outgoing veterinary assistant who thrives in client engagement, schedule coordination, and multitasking. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting efficient hospital operations, creating positive client experiences, and ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality care. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to anticipate the needs of both the veterinary team and clients throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care
• Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $21-23per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday, with Saturdays being rotated.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
  • Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
  • Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

About us:

At Shoreline Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing quality veterinary care to the Greater-Seattle Area with our full-service medical facility, our friendly and respectful staff, and our caring and dedicated doctors. We are a dynamic, three-doctor, small animal hospital that does routine soft-tissue surgery, dentals, and preventative care, while also seeing urgent cases as needed. Our goal is to support our patients and clients through a personalized approach to each treatment plan.

#SPO

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

$21 - $23 USD

Shoreline VH 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. We are 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 us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.

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