Veterinary Assistant, Emergency
About The Position
We are currently seeking Veterinary Assistants to join our Emergency team. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care to both pets and their owners while working with your team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be adaptable, have a positive attitude, and a passion for animal care. At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll be part of the largest Emergency and Specialty Center in the South Puget Sound. With specialists in Anesthesia, Cardiology, Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Nutrition, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery and Radiology, we work as a team to provide the most comprehensive patient and client care in our region, with daily grand rounds and 7 surgical suites, CT/MRI, endoscopy, and more. Our culture is all about collaboration and a thriving passion for best medicine, with a robust CE budget, VTS support, and multiple structures in place to help reduce burnout.
Requirements
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology
- Prior veterinary experience required (minimum 2 years); experience working in ER/ICU or Specialty preferred, but will train the right person
- Ability to work quickly and accurately in an often chaotic and stressful environment
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care; team player, detail-oriented, reliable, dependable, and trustworthy
Nice To Haves
- Current WA state medclerk license preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians in diagnosis and treatment of critically ill and injured animals
- Monitor the vital signs of patients and report any abnormalities to veterinarians
- Administer PO medications, fluids, treatments, and procedures as directed by veterinarians
- Perform in-house lab work
- Assist with advanced imaging (X-ray/Echocardiogram/Fluoroscopy/Ultrasound)
- Obtain and record patient histories, and maintain accurate medical records
- Prepare prescriptions and communicate discharge orders
- Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
- Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off (including sick leave and vacation)
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Competitive compensation, including shift differentials ($3/hr Mon–Thurs, $5/hr Fri–Sun for hours worked within 6p–6a)
- CE allowance and professional development support
- Retirement savings options (401k with employer match)
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
