Veterinary Assistant — Hands-On Care + Growth Opportunities

Livewell Animal Hospital of Salmon Creek; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Teladoc

Job summary

Livewell Animal Hospital of Salmon Creek is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our on-site team. You will assist the medical staff with hands-on patient care, helping ensure every animal is treated with compassion and respect.

We offer competitive compensation with benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401k, life and disability insurance, EAP, and pet-care discounts. We support growth through professional development and a nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Calm, efficient approach in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Fundamental veterinary skills across lab, pharmacy, nursing and radiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care as part of the medical team.
• Be the go-to support for veterinarians and technicians.
• Create a positive client experience with scheduling, payments, and communications.
• Maintain a safe, clean hospital environment and equipment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Pet handling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Livewell Animal Hospital of Salmon Creek is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our on-site team. You will assist the medical staff with hands-on patient care, helping ensure every animal is treated with compassion and respect.

We offer competitive compensation with benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401k, life and disability insurance, EAP, and pet-care discounts. We support growth through professional development and a nationwide network.