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Animal Medical Service

Veterinary Assistant

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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

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Veterinary Assistant Animal Medical Service - 5.0 Yakima, WA Job Details Full-time $18 - $23 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Companion animal handling Veterinary medication administration Animal drug administration Medication assistance Patient immobilization Pet medication administration Full Job Description Animal Medical Service is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent position for candidates with foundational training who are looking to grow their career in veterinary medicine. In this role, you will provide assistance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians, including gentle animal handling and restraint during outpatient procedures such as physical exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You will prepare and clean patient areas throughout the day, including exam rooms and procedural/treatment areas, anticipating team needs and ensuring preparedness and efficiency. This is an ideal position for efficient multitaskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment! This is a full-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday- Friday. No weekends! Full-time benefits and compensation•:
Compensation:
$18.13 - $18.66 per hour, for each hour worked• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current veterinary assistant experience Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance and disability Employee Assistance Program 401k options Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law Personal pet discount Minimum qualifications and skill set: 1 + year of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred Equine experience preferred Proficiency in the following skills: Patient restraint Medical note taking Oral medication administration Get to know us: Our clinic has been serving the Yakima Valley since 1994. We are a full-service mixed practice committed to providing the highest quality care for all the health needs to dogs, cats, and horses. We provide every patient we see with up-to-date treatments and individualized care given by our committed, dedicated, and well-trained staff. Our practice is equipped with advanced features, including digital X-ray, in-house lab, ultrasound, laser therapy, and a fully equipped surgical suite, just to name a few. To learn more, we encourage you to visit our website. Take the first step by applying today! #LI-HF1 #SPO Animal Medical Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business. Candidate Privacy Notice