Veterinary Assistant - ER

Goodwin Animal Hospital; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant II in Tukwila, WA. This role involves patient intake, assisting in procedures, and client communication, with competitive pay and numerous benefits including pet insurance and opportunities for skill advancement.

Benefits

Pet insurance and employee discounts

Opportunities for skill advancement

Continuing education allowances

Well-being resources including mental health support

Paid time off and 401(k)

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary assistance or related field preferred.
• Ability to perform tasks as per Washington state guidelines.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Intake and triage of incoming patients.
• Assisting in sedated procedures and administering medications.
• Client communication via phone and face-to-face.

Skills

Client communication

Patient intake and triage

Assisting in procedures

Administering medications

Job description

BluePearl Veterinary Assistant Opportunity - Tukwila, WA

Position: Veterinary Assistant II
Pay Range: $21.25 - $31.45/hour (dependent on experience and Kahuna leveling system)
Includes competitive shift differentials for nights and weekends, based on hours worked and minimum shift duration.

Responsibilities include:

1. Intake and triage of incoming patients
2. Performing initial orders per clinician
3. Admitting patients for hospitalization
4. Client communication via phone and face-to-face
5. Assisting in sedated procedures
6. Reporting during nursing rounds
7. Administering medications and taking vital signs
8. Stocking, cleaning, and assisting with radiographs, phlebotomy, IV placement, and other skills as per Washington state guidelines

Why choose BluePearl?

• Pet insurance and employee discounts
• Opportunities for skill advancement and leadership development
• Continuing education allowances and BluePearl University training
• Well-being resources including mental health support through Lyra
• Family-like culture focused on remarkable pet care

Additional Benefits:

• CE reimbursement and paid hours for CVT and VTS
• Disability insurance, parental leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance
• Paid time off, 401(k), store credit for scrubs, licensure and VTNE reimbursements
• VTS-specific benefits for pursuing and established technicians

Equal Opportunity Statement: BluePearl is committed to diversity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.