What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Grays Harbor Veterinary 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 multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!
This is a full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No Weekends!
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
We are a growing, 2-doctor team proudly serving our Washington community and dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine. We have a loyal client base full of pet owners who are invested in their pets’ wellbeing and value the relationships we’ve built with them throughout the years. Our staff is well-trained, and many members of our team have been with Grays Harbor for years. We have all the bells and whistles in terms of modern equipment, and our team is encouraged to stay current on industry advancements. Our staff is well-versed and equipped to provide a range of services, from general wellness to surgery, behavior consultations, dermatology, laser therapy, dentistry, and more. We also proudly take a Fear Free approach to medicine and patient handling.
If you think you’d make a great addition to our hospital team, APPLY TODAY! We look forward to hearing from you!
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range
$17.50—$19 USD
Western Veterinary Partners 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. Western Veterinary Partners is 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 hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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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 multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!
This is a full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No Weekends!
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $17.50-19.00 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3 years of consecutive, current 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
- Uniform allowance
- 1 years of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Medical note taking
- Patient restraint
- Client communication
- SQ injections
We are a growing, 2-doctor team proudly serving our Washington community and dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine. We have a loyal client base full of pet owners who are invested in their pets’ wellbeing and value the relationships we’ve built with them throughout the years. Our staff is well-trained, and many members of our team have been with Grays Harbor for years. We have all the bells and whistles in terms of modern equipment, and our team is encouraged to stay current on industry advancements. Our staff is well-versed and equipped to provide a range of services, from general wellness to surgery, behavior consultations, dermatology, laser therapy, dentistry, and more. We also proudly take a Fear Free approach to medicine and patient handling.
If you think you’d make a great addition to our hospital team, APPLY TODAY! We look forward to hearing from you!
#SPO
This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range
$17.50—$19 USD
Western Veterinary Partners 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. Western Veterinary Partners is 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 hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
Candidate Privacy Notice
Salary : $500