Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals

  • Kirkland, WA
  • $22.00-24.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
VCA Rose Hill Animal Hospital located in Kirkland, Washington is looking for Veterinary Assistant to join their 1-doctor Small Animal Practice!We are looking for an experienced (minimum 3 year) Veterinary Assistant or CVA to provide excellent patient care with a focus on wellness and client education. We are willing to train the right person. Veterinary Assistants are responsible for preparing exam rooms for the doctors and assist in providing care for the patients hospitalized in the treatment area.Schedule: Full-time opportunities. Tuesday-Saturday, 4/10’s with rotating weekends.Compensation: The pay range for this position is $22 – 24 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentialsLocation: 13006 NE 85th St, Kirkland, WA 98033What Makes VCA Rose Hill Unique?VCA Rose Hill Animal Hospital is a seasoned team in an AAHA accredited general practice hospital with great long-term clients. As the hospital grows from three to four doctors, we strive to have everyone on the team grow as well and support continuing education. We are passionate about dentistry and offer opportunities to learn to perform extractions. We have 3 ultrasonic dental machines, digital dental radiology, multi-parameter monitoring equipment, and a commitment to high-quality medicine. Our team is fun, energetic, and excited for you to join us!Kirkland is surrounded by national parks and local trails that offer easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, and watersports. It offers a family-friendly, suburban feel with proximity to numerous activities and events within the surrounding city.As a member of the VCA Rose Hill team, you will support the Technician and Doctor team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:
  • Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
  • Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
  • Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
  • Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
  • Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.
  • Maintaining medical records.
  • Assisting our wonderful Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
  • Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.
Benefits of joining the VCA Rose Hill Team!We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates (part-time benefits may vary)!
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
  • Free mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
  • Health saving account, and Flexible spending account
  • Generous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, Hills, and more
  • Life, long, and short-term disability insurance (company paid)
  • Paid parental leave for new parents
  • 401(k) (company match)
  • Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
  • Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
  • Dedicated onboarding and development support
  • Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
  • Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
  • Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
  • Tuition support and sponsorships
Apply Today! We look forward to speaking with you!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

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