Job Posting: Veterinary Assistant - General Practice

Location: Redmond, WA
Facility Type: General Veterinary Practice
Work Schedule: 4 shifts, 10 hours each (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

About Us: We are a fast-paced, growing veterinary facility located in Redmond, WA. Our clinic is committed to providing compassionate care and excellent service to our clients and their pets. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our dynamic team.

Position Summary: As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our veterinarians and ensuring the smooth operation of our clinic. You will assist with animal care, client communication, and daily clinic tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, have strong organizational skills, and demonstrate a passion for animal care.

Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, procedures, and surgeriesPrepare and maintain examination rooms, equipment, and suppliesHandle and restrain animals for exams, treatments, and proceduresAdminister medications, vaccines, and treatments as directedProvide client education on pet care, medications, and proceduresMaintain accurate patient records and update client filesMonitor patients during recovery and assist with post-op careMaintain cleanliness and organization of the clinicAnswer client inquiries and schedule appointmentsEnsure the comfort and safety of animals at all times

Qualifications:

Previous veterinary assistant or veterinary technician experience preferredStrong knowledge of animal care and basic medical terminologyExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasksCompassionate, patient, and a team playerAbility to lift and move up to 40 poundsMust be able to work 4 shifts of 10 hours each (Monday-Friday)

Benefits:

Competitive pay: $20 to $25 an hourOpportunity for growth in a fast-paced, expanding clinicHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offRetirement plan optionsEmployee discounts on pet care

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.