Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are

Pet Medical Center of Pasco is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $17.13–$20.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays 1 - 2 per month
  
  
  

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
  
  
  

Are you looking for a Veterinary Assistant role where you can grow your skills, work alongside a supportive team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their people? This Veterinary Assistant opportunity offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment where quality medicine, teamwork, and positivity are part of everyday life. From wagging tails and curious birds to opinionated cats and reptiles with personality, no two days are ever the same for a Veterinary Assistant here.

Why You’ll Love This Veterinary Assistant Role

• Supportive, upbeat team culture that values collaboration and growth
• Modern equipment, including ultrasound, digital radiology, laser therapy, and advanced monitoring tools
• Opportunities to work with exotics and avian patients in addition to dogs and cats
• Flexible scheduling with consistent lunch breaks
• Ongoing mentorship and opportunities for career development
• Team appreciation events, stocked break room, and a welcoming environment
  
  
  

What You’ll Do As a Veterinary Assistant

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
• Support exam room flow and surgical procedures
• Help obtain radiographs and assist with blood draws
• Prepare and maintain treatment and exam areas
• Communicate compassionately with clients and team members
• Support patient care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and exotic pets
• Maintain accurate records and assist with daily hospital operations
  
  
  

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Desire to continue learning and growing in veterinary medicine
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 40 pounds
• 1–2 years of Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a Washington Medication Clerk License (training provided)
  
  
  

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• No late nights, holiday hours, or on-call shifts
• A team that encourages questions, learning, and professional growth
• A workplace that values inclusivity, kindness, and support
• Hands-on opportunities to expand your veterinary skills every day
• A Veterinary Assistant role where your contributions truly matter
  
  
  

Benefits Include

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program
  
  
  

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
  
  
  

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
  
  
  

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
  
  
  

Join Our Team!

Interested? If you’re ready to be part of a collaborative team that values both professional growth and a positive workplace culture—and you don’t mind the occasional fur, feather, or scale—we encourage you to apply.

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Pet Medical Center of Pasco and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.