Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Woodland Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Assistants who are excited to fully utilize their skills in both surgery and outpatient care while making meaningful connections with clients and their pets.

In this role, you will:

• Provide support including patient prep and recovery for surgical and dental procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records to support accurate patient care.
• Support exam room workflow by assisting with outpatient care, patient handling, and preparing for appointments.
• Communicate with clients to check-in for appointments, review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address questions with empathy and clarity.
• Anticipate the needs of your team to maintain an efficient schedule while upholding the highest standards of patient care.

This position is ideal for Veterinary Assistants who enjoy engaging with clients and supporting outstanding patient care in a collaborative, team environment.

Schedule:

This is a full-time or part-time position with 8-hour shifts scheduled throughout the week including weekends.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $25-28per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with choice of United Healthcare or Kaiser Permanente
• Life insurance, disability, and 401k options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Venipuncture and cystocentesis
  • Placing IV catheters
  • Surgery prep and anesthesia monitoring
  • Dentistry including prophy, polish, radiographs, and charting

About us:

Woodland Veterinary Hospital has been caring for pets and the people who love them for more than 50 years. What began as a small clinic in 1975 has grown into a trusted, full-service veterinary hospital serving Woodland and the surrounding communities.

Today, our 11,000-square-foot campus is home to a collaborative team of 9 veterinarians and over 40 veterinary support professionals, all dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care. From wellness visits to urgent care and boarding, we're proud to offer a wide range of services in one place, including access to advanced diagnostics and board-certified specialists.

While we've grown over the years, our mission has stayed the same: to treat every pet like family and build lasting relationships with the clients we serve. We're proud of our deep roots in the community and the legacy of care we continue to build every day.

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.