Veterinary Assistant: Flexible Part-Time with Diverse Care

Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital; Duvall (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

Health package: Medical, dental, and

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital in Duvall, WA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This role offers variety in daily tasks across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

You will assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and dentistry, provide safe patient handling, prepare rooms and equipment, and maintain accurate medical records.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vital signs preferred.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Medical records

Vital signs

Exams and treatments

Job description

Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital in Duvall, WA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This role offers variety in daily tasks across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

You will assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and dentistry, provide safe patient handling, prepare rooms and equipment, and maintain accurate medical records.