Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in a clinical setting. This full-time position offers a great opportunity for growth, involving tasks such as patient handling and maintaining clean treatment areas while providing comprehensive care to pets in the Greater-Seattle Area.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Life insurance and disability coverage

401k options

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in patient restraint, medical note taking, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with handling pets during exams and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam and treatment areas.

Skills

Patient restraint

Medical note taking

Client communication

Oral medication administration

Job description

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

This is a great opportunity for someone with basic training who wants to grow in the veterinary field.

In this role, you’ll help veterinarians and technicians with handling pets during exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You’ll also help keep exam and treatment areas clean and ready throughout the day. This position is perfect for someone who’s a team player, wants to learn new skills, and enjoys helping wherever needed.

This is a full-time position, with a 4-10 hour schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday (with rotating Saturdays).

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $18-20 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA 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
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient restraint
  • Medical note taking
  • Client communication
  • Oral medication administration

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, two-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.

*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.