Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor•Port Orchard, WA

13h

About The Position

Woodside Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care to patients and pet owners. The role offers a varied mix of client communication, patient handling, appointments, procedures, radiographs, laboratory work, and surgical assistance. Responsibilities may vary according to hospital needs and the employee’s experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned duties. The schedule is typically four days per week, including weekdays and some Saturdays. The hourly salary is $18–$20, based on experience and skill set. Veterinary Assistant experience is valued, and responsibilities can grow with proficiency. Woodside Animal Hospital describes its workplace as committed to inclusive and equitable working and learning, where employees can be themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and reach their potential.

Requirements

Flexibility to shift between duties as the daily schedule changes.
Strong multitasking skills and self-motivation.
A cheerful, pleasant attitude with clients, patients, and teammates.
A genuine desire to exceed client and team expectations.
Availability for weekdays and some Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

Veterinary Assistant experience is valued.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-exam check-ins and gather patient history.
Educate clients about their pet’s care and next steps.
Maintain thorough, accurate electronic medical records.
Handle and restrain patients safely and calmly during examinations and treatments.
Run basic in-house laboratory tests.
Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments and procedures.
Take radiographs (x-rays).
Assist in surgery and clean, pack, and prepare surgical supplies.
Fill prescriptions after obtaining pharmacy clerk certification.
Clean and restock the hospital.
Shift between duties as the daily schedule and hospital needs change.

Benefits

401(k) matching and a Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
Tuition support program.
Referral bonus program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time only).
Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance for employees and eligible family members (full-time only).
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child, subject to eligibility and state paid family leave conditions.
Sick time and paid time off.
Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
Pet discounts on services and products.
Pet food discount program.
Quarterly team rewards bonus program.
State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
Professional development opportunities.
Continuing education allowance.
Uniform allowance.
Six paid holidays (full-time only).
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount program.
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only).
529 Savings Plan.