We are in search of a full-time veterinary assistant to join our team as we launch urgent care veterinary services within our established practice located in the Northern side of Seattle. We prioritize a culture of respect and trust for our team members, value diversity, and provide safe work environments for BIPOC and LBGTQIA individuals.
We are open to applications from assistants who find joy in their work while delivering excellent care to pets and their owners. You must comfortable handling high-stress situations and emergent presentations, including life-threatening illnesses or injuries. The ideal candidate should be adept at communicating thoroughly and calmly with distraught clients during emergencies, and willing to follow doctor-driven treatment orders for sick/critical patients. This includes tasks such as delivering oxygen therapy, managing hypotension, and preferably experience monitoring anesthesia in unstable patients. We appreciate individuals who are open to learning new treatment strategies under the supervision of doctors and always approach challenges with a "yes we can" attitude when helping clients and patients in need.
Upon completion of 90 days, our comprehensive compensation package kicks in, offering medical, vision, dental, life insurance, CE, uniforms, pet care discounts, paid time off, and paid holidays. We also offer a retirement plan with company match when eligible.
We value employees who actively contribute to patient care with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. If you are a veterinary assistant in Washington seeking a rewarding opportunity, please respond with your resume and cover letter including your phone number and email address so our lead doctor can reach out to you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Seattle, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person