Veterinary Assistant - Hands-On Pet Care & Client Support

3M HEALTHCARE; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

Career development

Continuing education allowance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Referral program

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE in Renton, WA seeks a veterinary assistant to support exams, surgeries, and treatments. You will maintain clean examination rooms, assist during procedures, and handle restraints to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes empathy with pets and owners, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication. Prior veterinary experience and a cooperative team player mindset are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary experience required
• Experience with animal handling and restraint preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required

Responsibilities

• Assist during exams, treatments and surgeries
• Maintain clean and organized workspace
• Prepare and clean examination rooms and equipment
• Comfort pets and their owners, providing empathy and education
• Handle animal restraint during examinations or treatments
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Communicate with pet owners and provide post‑treatment instructions
• Participate in administering medications and inventory management

Skills

Passion for animals

Animal handling

Strong communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Veterinary experience

Job description

3M HEALTHCARE in Renton, WA seeks a veterinary assistant to support exams, surgeries, and treatments. You will maintain clean examination rooms, assist during procedures, and handle restraints to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes empathy with pets and owners, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication. Prior veterinary experience and a cooperative team player mindset are highly valued.