Veterinary Assistant - Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood

Veterinary Assistant Position at PetVet Care Centers' Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood

PetVet Care Centers' Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood in Washington is an AAHA accredited practice that has been part of the Stanwood/Camano community for over 100 years! We emphasize high quality medicine where each team member, who is valued and encouraged to grow in their position, plays an important role in bringing kind and compassionate care to our furry patients and in providing exceptional customer service to our clients. Maintaining a positive work culture is of paramount importance, and we strive to be supportive of one another as well as treating each other with respect.

Why Join Us:

• We are an AAHA Accredited hospital with a focus on high-quality medicine and compassionate care for our patients.
• We strive to build a work culture of positivity, encouragement, growth, and teamwork! Our small animal practice has two full-time doctors and two part-time doctors, all of whom use fear-free techniques.
• Our hospital has been part of the Stanwood-Camano Island community for over 100 years!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Assistant Certificate or at least 1 year of experience working as a Veterinary Assistant
• Knowledge of animal handling and restraint techniques
• Understanding of canine and feline body language
• Experience with electronic medical records and SOAPs
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong grammar and verbal/written communication skills

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Knowledge of vaccine protocols
• Experience with blood draws and administering treatments
• Experience with IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently

Schedule: Four days per week including two to four Saturdays per month. 7:30AM to 5:30PM with half-hour lunch break. Actual schedule to be determined.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range: $20$21.50 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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