Veterinary Assistant: Grow, Learn & Impact Pet Care

Thrive Pet Care; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Health, life, disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service disc

Job summary

Cascade West Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, seeks a Veterinary Assistant in Centralia, WA. This full-time role supports veterinarians with patient histories, treatment plans, diagnostics, and client communications.

The hospital emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and continuous learning within Thrive's nationwide network. Compensation starts at $18–$20 per hour, negotiable based on credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience required.
• Excellent communication and client service.
• Team-oriented and proactive.
• Saturday availability required.
• Ability to lift and move patients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in gathering patient histories.
• Establish and support treatment plans.
• Perform patient diagnostics, including lab work and radiographs.
• Communicate important patient care information to clients.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness using aseptic techniques, PPE, and isolation protocols.
• Frequently lift and move patients up to 35 pounds, and up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication

Client service

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Willing to learn

Saturday availability

Job description

Cascade West Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, seeks a Veterinary Assistant in Centralia, WA. This full-time role supports veterinarians with patient histories, treatment plans, diagnostics, and client communications.

The hospital emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and continuous learning within Thrive's nationwide network. Compensation starts at $18–$20 per hour, negotiable based on credentials and experience.