Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Highline Veterinary Hospital Seattle, WA Job Details Part-time $17.50 - $24.00 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Pet care Veterinary experience Patient service High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Medical imaging Veterinary assistant experience Full Job Description We are looking to recruit a compassionate veterinary assistant to join our veterinary team! The veterinary assistant will educate clients on pet health, ensure the safety and comfort of patients, and oversee continuity of care. You will collaborate with team members to create a positive, comfortable environment for patients. You will provide professional, efficient service at all times. To ensure success you need to love animals and have the ability to optimize their comfort during treatment and hospitalization. Preferred candidates are dexterous, knowledgeable, and caring. Highline Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned small animal hospital located just minutes south of Seattle in a diverse suburban community. Looking for a motivated individual who believes in providing great patient care, customer service and promoting a fear free experience for each pet. We are an up-to-date medical practice in a comfortable warm environment. Our hospital has been a fixture in the neighborhood for over 50 years. We give back to our community by volunteering and are looking for someone who is passionate about pets and their owners. Open Monday- Friday 8am - 5pm. Closed for the lunch hour. No weekends, no on call, great work-life balance! Typical schedule for full time is a 4 day work week. We are also open to a part time vet assistant - with the possibility of becoming full time in the future. Check out our website at www.highlinevet.com. Please upload a cover letter and resume to be considered. We look forward to meeting you!

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities:

Ensuring treatment areas, examination rooms, hospital areas, cages, and laboratories are clean and organized. Sterilizing equipment. Ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the waiting area. Providing empathetic care for hospitalized patients, and keeping patients and their cages clean. Restraining irritable, angry patients appropriately and safely where required. Performing diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests. Liaising with veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure continuity of patient care. Complying with hospital standards, rules, regulations, and policies. Maintaining medical records.

Veterinary Assistant Requirements:

High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent. Affinity for animals. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong people skills. Outstanding organizational skills. Physically strong and dexterous, and ability to stand for extended periods.

Pay:

$17.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Veterinary:

1 year (Preferred) Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person