Veterinary Assistant - Full-Time, Patient Care & Dentistry

Brier-Veterinary-Hospital; Mountlake Terrace (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Brier Veterinary Hospital in Mountlake Terrace, WA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This role involves assisting with exams, treatments, surgeries, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We value dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced setting and communicate professionally to deliver exceptional patient and client care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant or related role preferred.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift and restrain patients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment spaces clean, organized and prepared.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Exam and treatment assistance

Medical records documentation

Organizational skills

Time management

Client communication

Physical fitness

Compassionate patient care

Job description

Brier Veterinary Hospital in Mountlake Terrace, WA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This role involves assisting with exams, treatments, surgeries, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We value dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced setting and communicate professionally to deliver exceptional patient and client care.