Veterinary Assistant
Vetcor - Seattle, WA
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West Seattle Animal Hospital is looking to hire a caring veterinary assistant for our team. Our practice is dedicated to giving the best quality patient and client care possible. We strive to create a fear-free approach to patient care and a supportive environment for team members and clients. We're a busy, multi-doctor practice located in the heart of the West Seattle Junction. Our building is served by public transit and has free bicycle parking.The job duties of the assistant include but are not limited to:Assist veterinarians in exam roomsNurse appointmentsCare of hospitalized patientsSafe patient restraint based on fear-free principlesSample collectionFluid therapyRadiographsMaintain patient recordsClient educationRestocking, laundry, and light cleaning (we have a daily janitorial service)Qualifications:General pet care experienceAbility to handle stressful situations and maintain a positive attitudeHave general computer skills (typing, Microsoft Office, Google Chrome, email).Ability to bend and kneel frequently and lift and hold large patients.Though experience in a veterinary clinic is preferred, we do provide hands-on training to help enhance the skills you already possess.Here, you can develop as a professional and are encouraged to be and care for the exceptional person you are. We know a happy, healthy staff is essential to comprehensive patient care. So, we enjoy a positive clinic culture and a schedule that facilitates a proper work-life balance, with four-day work weeks and ten-hour shifts. Plus, we've put together some pretty sweet benefits to help keep life awesome, including:Financial Benefits:A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performanceCompensation: $20.00 - $23.00 / hour401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account529 Savings PlanTuition Support ProgramReferral bonus programWellness Benefits:Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and visionSick Time / Paid Time OffSupplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life insuranceHealth Savings AccountFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace Benefits:Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementContinuing education allowance$2000 LVT tuition annual allowanceUniform allowanceAbility to join our Vetcor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wideLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramParental leaveEmployee discount program (Apple, Verizon, Disney, auto insurance, flights, etc.)We would love to tell you more! Apply today!Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at West Seattle Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Created: 2024-10-07