Veterinary Assistant

The community of Lake Stevens is growing—and so is our clinic . We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant with a passion for quality medical care and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical environment. If you thrive on supporting patients, clients, and your veterinary team, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

The Veterinary Assistant plays a vital role in daily clinic operations and is the primary support for the entire team . This position focuses on assisting veterinarians during examinations, ensuring patient safety through proper restraint, and delivering excellent patient and client care across departments.

This is a full-time position . Scheduled days and hours may vary based on hospital needs. Weekend availability is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures

• Provide safe and effective animal restraint as needed

• Support patient care and treatment duties

• Maintain practical knowledge of clinic procedures and policies

• Assist doctors and team members as needed across departments

• Contribute to a positive, professional, and efficient clinic environment

Physical & Emotional Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment

• Capability to handle the physical and emotional demands of veterinary medicine, including euthanasia

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to safely handle and control aggressive animals

• Professional, courteous demeanor with clients and staff

• Strong active listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

• Effective time management, judgment, and decision-making abilities

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required

• Veterinary Assistant certification preferred

Compensation

• Base hourly rate of $19.00 -$23.00 DOE
• Eligible for Qyarterly team rewards bonus (where applicable)

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Paid time off and paid sick time

• Uniform allowance

Availability

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM