Veterinary Assistant - Full Time

Associated Veterinary Partners; Chelan (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental, and Life

401(k) with company matching

PTO

Job summary

The Village Veterinarian in Central Washington (two blocks from Lake Chelan) seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in delivering high-quality care. The role includes a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergencies with a stipend.

Located in a community surrounded by year-round outdoor recreation, we are partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP) to provide support while preserving local leadership and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred; we are willing to train the right candidate
• Strong work ethic, compassion for animals, and a team-first attitude
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced and emergency environment
• Clear communication skills with clients and coworkers
• Availability for a rotating on-call schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to respond to the hospital within 15 to 20 minutes while on call
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Provide safe, low-stress restraint and handling for patients.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare exam rooms, surgical suites, and sterilize instruments.
• Maintain kennel cleanliness and patient comfort.
• Communicate with clients and support the front desk as needed.
• Participate in rotating on-call to assist after-hours emergencies.
• Assist with inventory stocking and maintaining a clean hospital.
• Follow safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

On-call availability

Job description

Do you love hands-on patient care and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference in its community?

The Village Veterinarian is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support our doctors and technicians in delivering high-quality care to our patients and clients. This role includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency cases, with a stipend for every on-call shift.

Located just two blocks from Lake Chelan in Central Washington, The Village Veterinarian is a locally led small animal hospital serving a close-knit community surrounded by year-round outdoor recreation. We are partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP), a veterinarian-founded organization that provides operational support while preserving local leadership and clinical autonomy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, procedures, and diagnostics within Washington scope of practice
• Provide safe, low-stress restraint and handling for patients
• Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate records of care
• Prepare exam rooms, surgical suites, and equipment, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments
• Maintain kennel cleanliness, patient comfort, feeding, and walking
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to assist the veterinarian with after-hours emergency cases
• Communicate with clients in a friendly, professional manner and support the front desk as needed
• Assist with inventory stocking and maintaining a clean, organized hospital
• Follow hospital safety, infection control, and compliance protocols

Qualifications:

• Prior veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred; we are willing to train the right candidate
• Strong work ethic, compassion for animals, and a team-first attitude
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced and emergency environment
• Clear communication skills with clients and coworkers
• Availability for a rotating on-call schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to respond to the hospital within 15 to 20 minutes while on call
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay rate: $20.00 to $24.00/hr (depending on experience)
• On-call stipend: $50 per weeknight on-call shift, $100 per weekend on-call day, and $150 per holiday on-call day, plus hourly pay for all time worked when called in (overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours per week)
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance options
• 401(k) with company matching
• PTO