Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Care & Career Growth

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Edmonds-Westgate Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is eager to continue learning, expand clinical skills, and positively impact pets and their people. You will support veterinarians across exams, treatments, and procedures, while maintaining accurate records and excellent client service.

The role emphasizes collaboration in a fast-paced hospital, with emphasis on safety, education, and ongoing skill development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, or related role preferred.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Animal handling

Exams & procedures

Medical records

Team collaboration

Job description

Edmonds-Westgate Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is eager to continue learning, expand clinical skills, and positively impact pets and their people. You will support veterinarians across exams, treatments, and procedures, while maintaining accurate records and excellent client service.

The role emphasizes collaboration in a fast-paced hospital, with emphasis on safety, education, and ongoing skill development.