Veterinary Assistant: Growth, Surgery & Client Care

Edmonds Westgate Veterinary Hospital; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Edmonds Westgate Veterinary Hospital in Edmonds, WA, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is eager to learn, expand clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

You will assist veterinarians in exams, treatments, dental work, and surgeries, provide gentle handling, and maintain thorough medical records and client communication. Join a collaborative team focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, or related role preferred.
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and vital signs preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Animal handling

Exam support

Record keeping

Teamwork

Attendance

Physical stamina

Job description

Edmonds Westgate Veterinary Hospital in Edmonds, WA, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is eager to learn, expand clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

You will assist veterinarians in exams, treatments, dental work, and surgeries, provide gentle handling, and maintain thorough medical records and client communication. Join a collaborative team focused on compassionate care.