Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Kennewick, Washington

Veterinary Assistant

Kennewick, WA

Apply Here!

Horse Heaven Hills Pet Urgent Care and Veterinary Center is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees Professional development opportunities

Salary:

$17.13 - $25 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule:

This is a full-time position averaging 30-40 hours per week. Hours may vary based on hospital operating hours.

Monday-Saturday:

7:30 AM-11:30

PM and Sunday:

7:30 AM-7:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

Observe and report to medical staff on health/condition of patients: food and water intake, urine color, stool characteristics, vomiting, sneezing, coughing, or any symptoms or behaviors

Support LVTs and Veterinary Assistants in a variety of tests and analyses

Record temperature, pulse, and respiration notes for patients under anesthesia while under direct supervision of an LVT

Assist in the acquisition of proper radiographs of patients using correct technique, while ensuring personal safety

Escort and assist patients to and from their cars, as needed

Prepare deceased pets for various aftercare needs

Maintain stock of supplies throughout the facility and assess inventory needs

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Passion for animals and their well-being

Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform active movements (standing, walking, bending)

Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately

Effective communication skills

Preferred:

Previous experience in a veterinary setting

Knowledge of practice/hospital animal caretaker procedures

Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and veterinary practice management software

What Makes You Successful Here:

Proactive work ethic with strong initiative

Positive attitude and adaptability

Commitment to learning and professional growth

Ability to work cooperatively with management, staff, and clients

Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations

Team collaboration and constructive communication

About Horse Heaven Hills Pet Urgent Care and Veterinary Center

At Horse Heaven Hills, we go beyond standard care to create a welcoming environment where pets receive expert attention when they need it most. By fostering trust, embracing innovation, and prioritizing kindness, we deliver exceptional veterinary care with empathy, integrity, and an unwavering dedication to pet well-being. We offer career advancement opportunities with clearly defined growth paths from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

#VETASST Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at Veterinary Practice Partners? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Create alert

Apply for this job

• 
  indicates a required field
  Autofill my application
  First Name
• 
  Last Name
• 
  Email
• 
  Phone
  Country
• 
  Phone
• 
  Location (City)
• 
  Locate me
  Resume/CV
• 
  AttachAttach
  Dropbox
  Enter manuallyEnter manually
  Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf
  Cover Letter
  AttachAttach
  Dropbox
  Enter manuallyEnter manually
  Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf
  Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
• 
  Select...
  Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
• 
  Select...
  Are you able to fulfill the job duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying?
• 
  Select...
  This role requires prior experience in the veterinary field. Do you have experience working in a veterinary setting?
• 
  Select...
  How many years of experience do you have in the veterinary field?
• 
  This position offers an hourly pay range of $17.13 - $25 per hour. Does this compensation align with your expectations?
• 
  Select.

..

Are you available to work during the hospital hours? Shifts vary based on hospital operating hours.

Monday-Saturday:

7:30 AM-11:30

PM and Sunday:

7:30 AM-7:30 PM

• 
  Select...
  Do you have any restrictions in your schedule?
• 
  What is your desired compensation range?
• 
  Where did you hear about this job?
• 
  Select...
  This allows us to evaluate how well our various ad campaigns are performing, so an accurate answer is very appreciated here!
  What is your preferred method of contact?
• 
  Select...
  I would like to receive updates about this job and/or other jobs from a recruiter via SMS. Please select yes or no.
• 
  Select.

..

If you said yes, you can always opt-out by replying STOP.

Submit application