Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals

  • Spokane, WA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
VCA Manito Animal Hospital is expanding its patient care team and is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant!Schedule: 4 - 5 days per week. The hospital is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.COMPENSATION: is between $16.66 - $19.00, dependent on experience.About Us:As an AAHA-accredited practice, we adhere to the highest standards of veterinary medicine, providing top-notch medical care, advanced diagnostics, and innovative treatment options. We are excited to offer new nuclear medicine treatments such as I-131 for feline hyperthyroidism and SynovetinOA for Canine Osteoarthritis, ensuring that we can tailor our approach to meet the unique needs of each patient. We are also proud to be Fear Free certifiedIn this position, you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include:
  • Maintaining medical records.
  • Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
  • Filling prescriptions.
  • Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
  • Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets.
  • Answering phones.
  • Scheduling and confirming appointments.
  • Placing outbound calls for follow-ups and reaching out to prospective clients.
  • Presenting and explaining fees, including processing payments
BenefitsAs a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Career development programs
  • Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
  • Tuition support and sponsorships
  • Free mental wellness subscriptions
  • Referral bonuses
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Life, long and short term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 401(k)
  • Pet Care Discount
  • Plus more!
What We’re Looking For:
  • 6 months of previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Passionate about animal care and client service
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Ready to Grow Your Career?
Become a valued part of VCA Manito Animal Hospital and help us provide top-tier care to pets and their families. Apply today!If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at

VCA Animal Hospitals