Company Description
Are you tired of working in the corporate veterinary world or always dreamed of working with pets and people? Looking for a job where you actually get to take regular breaks and lunches? And cuddle three goofy clinic cats during those breaks? To work with a team that has fun and helps each other out? To have a Leadership team that really cares, really listens, and meets regularly to discuss and implement positive changes and improvements? Then come join North Seattle Veterinary Clinic!
We are a well-established (36 years and counting!), independent, women-owned clinic with a great clientele and glowing online reviews. We work with dogs, cats, and small mammals, using low stress handling and Fear Free techniques to tend to their emotional as well as physical health. Our kind, compassionate doctors excel at educating and coaching clients through the full spectrum of their pet's available options for treatment and care without judgement. Our team is friendly, caring, and fun and we love what we do. We pride ourselves on our customer service, working to partner with our clients to provide "high touch", high quality, collaborative care. Many of our clients and staff have been with the clinic for decades and reflect our commitment to fostering long lasting relationships.
We are busy and growing and find ourselves needing another positive, motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We're looking for someone who has great people skills, is a flexible, fun-loving optimist, isn't afraid of poop, and is committed to providing the best possible care and service to pets and their people.
Job Description
Our Assistants work very closely with our doctors and LVT's to help them during exams and procedures. Duties include taking patient histories and TPR's, transcribing doctor notes and reviewing estimates and medication instructions with clients. They also help with filling prescriptions, obtaining and running lab samples, restraining for procedures, performing general cleaning duties and more!
Expect a positive, fast-paced challenge; to have your ideas and suggestions heard; to learn something new almost every day; to go home with the satisfaction of knowing that by nurturing the health of animals through quality medicine and open communication, we are working to support the emotional bond that connects people to their pets.
Our Offer:

• $18 - $20 to start based on experience
• $1000 Retention Bonus paid after successful 6mo.
• PTO (starting at 2 weeks per year for full time)
• Simple IRA with 3% employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid CE time/Educational opportunities
• Employee pet care discount
• Scrubs/uniform allowance
• Plenty of snacks and caffeine to get through those tougher days
• Hanging out with the 3 best clinic cats in the world

Schedule is Full Time, ~35-40 hrs per week including Saturdays 8am - 3pm required and occasional Sundays/Holidays.
Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typing skills required.
• Customer service experience
• Computer knowledge required; experienced with Word, keyboarding, and use of communication tools such as email/internet.
• Veterinary Assistant Certification or 1 years experience in an Assistant position is preferred.
• Previous animal care background is preferred.
• Must genuinely enjoy working with animals and be able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Excellent communication skills & sense of humor
• Works well under pressure
• A desire to help build long-term relationships with pet parents & the community
• Dedicated to the best in patient care
• Able to lift 50 lbs and stand/be on foot for long periods

Additional Information
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: health/dental/vision coverage (FT only), paid vacation, a company matched IRA retirement plan, generous personal pet care discounts and more.
COVID policies - Safety of our staff and clients is our top priority and we are committed to taking every precaution. Applicants must provide proof of vaccination status. We are currently providing curbside service for clients. See our website for more details.
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.