Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor•Tacoma, WA

4d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Soundview Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant! Position Details Role: Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: $16.50–$18.50 per hour Schedule: [e.g., Monday through Friday; no nights, weekends, or holidays] Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Do you believe that teamwork and cool heads prevail? That patient care and client care are one and the same? Are you looking for a working environment that lights your fire, not burns you out? If so, Soundview Veterinary Hospital wants you on its team! Soundview Veterinary Hospital is looking for a veterinary assistant to add to their dedicated team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Soundview offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance, and awesome benefits, including: Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service) Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment
Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized or boarding pets
Prepare supplies, set up treatment areas, and help with basic lab tasks
Support client communication, patient check-ins, and recordkeeping
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work environment
Maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.
Practice fear-free and low-stress handling techniques to keep our patients safe and happy.
Be empathetic to our clients, coworkers, and yourself.
Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
tuition support
referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
up to three weeks of paid parental leave
generous PTO
employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
continuing education allowance
state license & VTNE fee reimbursement
uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Professional development opportunities
Employee discount program