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Western Veterinary Partners
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$40,771 / year median in Washington
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Cherry Valley Veterinary Hospital is growing! With an experienced new doctor joining our team, we are expanding our services to include Saturday and Sunday urgent care hours and are looking for a versatile Veterinary Assistant/Client Service Representative to grow with us. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to expand their Veterinary Assistant skills while gaining experience in client service. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to utilize their skills across urgent care, outpatient care, patient handling, diagnostics, treatment support, and client communication. Our ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, and able to remain calm and organized while supporting a variety of urgent and same-day patient needs. As our team and services continue to grow, this position offers the opportunity to play an important role in building and supporting our new weekend urgent care program while growing and developing your VA skills. In this position, you will take an active role in: Assisting the team during exams, treatments, and procedures Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces Schedule and compensation: