Vet Assistant, Emergency

Veterinary Assistant, Emergency Department - Animal Emergency & Specialty Center

$22.00–$29.00/hr + Shift Differential for Overnight Shifts + Double-Time for Call-In and Holidays

Full-time or Part-time opportunity in Poulsbo, WA

Schedule: Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Open shifts include Saturday and Sunday mid-day shifts, weekday and weekend swing shifts, plus Friday and Saturday overnights. A Part-Time position has the potential to become a Full-Time position in the coming months.

We are growing and looking for an experienced veterinary assistant to join our Emergency Department! Are you looking to advance your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment that will encourage and support your growth? Animal Emergency and Specialty Center's learning-rich environment provides exceptional patient care and client service.

Why Join Animal Emergency and Specialty Center (AESC)

At Animal Emergency and Specialty Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, our culture is driven by our mission and values. Our team is dedicated to being available for families during their pets' unexpected, difficult times and providing quality, compassionate, and professional care. We believe that teamwork, communication, and transparency are vital, and we encourage a dynamic of trust, respect, and integrity, with an environment where you'll be fully utilized for your skills and abilities and see a variety of cases so no two days are the same.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Apply knowledge of basic veterinary procedures and terminology
• Obtain detailed patient histories, and provide excellent patient care and monitoring
• Perform proficient venipuncture
• Multitask well and think critically in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and clients
• Remain composed during stressful and emotional situations
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Veterinary assistant experience, including knowledge of basic veterinary procedures and terminology
• Proficient venipuncture skills
• Ability to multitask well and think critically on your feet
• Strong time management and the ability to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care, with clear and effective communication skills

Perks & Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive wage, plus biannual bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement savings options (401(k) matching)
• Uniform allowance, employee pet discount, employee assistance program, and referral program

Location Highlight
Our hospital is located in Poulsbo, WA, where you'll find small-town charm surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. With easy access to the Olympic Mountains, Puget Sound, and Seattle via ferry, you'll never run out of adventures.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.