Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

Association of Asian American Veterinary Medical Professionals; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trupanion pet insurance

Education allowance

BluePearl University access

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tukwila, WA is seeking a knowledgeable Veterinary Assistant to join the Internal Medicine team. The role offers pay between $23.61 and $32.82 per hour, with shift differentials for nights and weekends.

Join a busy hospital that supports clinician education and pet owner guidance. Responsibilities include patient handling, educating clients, preparing medications and discharge directions, and supporting the Internal Medicine team in all aspects of patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy hospital setting preferred.
• Ability to understand hospital estimates and explain them to clients.
• Demonstrated patience and empathy with clients and patients.

Responsibilities

• Calmly and gently approach and handle patients according to safety protocols.
• Identify abnormal pathology or conditions.
• Explain hospital estimates and care instructions to clients clearly.
• Educate clients on Internal Medicine and care plans.
• Prepare medications and discharge directions for patients.
• Support the Internal Medicine team in all patient-care tasks.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine

Our BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tukwila, WA is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine team!

Pay

$23.61 – $32.82 /hr based on experience and advancement through the Kahuna leveling system. Competitive shift differential pay is available for eligible hours worked on nights and weekends.

Shift Differentials

Shift differentials are based on a 4‑hour minimum.

• Mon – Fri: 6 pm to 8 am = $4.00 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6 pm to 8 am = $5.50 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8 am to 6 pm = $4.00 Shift Differential

We are seeking a motivated assistant who possesses the drive to succeed in a busy hospital and has an interest in working in an educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Calmly and gently approach and handle our patients according to safety protocols and our core values.
• Identify abnormal pathology.
• Understand hospital estimates and can clearly present and explain them to clients.
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.
• Educate clients in Internal Medicine and provide exceptional care for our patients.
• Prepare medications and prepare patients/clients for discharge with concise directions.
• Support the Internal Medicine team in all aspects of patient care.

Why BluePearl?

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to associates for pet treatments, procedures and food.
• We encourage you to grow with us. Associates are leveled by skillset and move up with experience. We focus on developing leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, associates have endless opportunities to advance.
• We provide annual continuing education allowance, free sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• Health and wellness benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401(k) and retirement planning, paid time off and floating holidays.
• Regional licensed social worker for lifestyle guidance in a fast‑paced environment.
• Family‑like culture—everyone works together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable pet care.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment‑based green card.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BluePearl is committed to a diverse wo unity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Wo rk environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opport unity employer.