Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

Ethos Veterinary Health • Tacoma, WA

16h • $22 - $28

About The Position

Summit Veterinary Referral Center is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for our Internal Medicine department! Job Summary: We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine team. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will support the diagnosis and management of complex, chronic, and systemic diseases while providing high-quality care to both pets and their owners. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, adaptability, and a genuine passion for patient care.

Requirements

• Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced specialty environment.
• Prior veterinary experience required (minimum 2 years).
• Team player; detail-oriented, reliable, dependable, and trustworthy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current WA state medication clerk license preferred or needed to be obtained within first 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience working in ER/ICU or Specialty preferred, but we will train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the diagnosis and treatment of complex medical cases, including endocrine, gastrointestinal, immune-mediated, renal, and infectious diseases.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report abnormalities to veterinarians.
• Administer PO medications, injectable medications, fluids, treatments, and procedures as directed by veterinarians.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with sample collection (blood, urine, fecal, cytology).
• Assist with advanced diagnostics and procedures, including ultrasound, endoscopy, and imaging (radiographs, CT, fluoroscopy).
• Obtain and record detailed patient histories and maintain accurate medical records.
• Prepare prescriptions and communicate discharge instructions clearly to clients.
• Support long-term case management and client follow-up care.

Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $22.00 – $28.00 depending on experience
• Shift differential for any shift hours worked within 6p–6am: $3/hr Mon–Thurs and $5/hr Fri–Sun
• CE/Dues/License Fees/Uniform Allowances
• 401k
• PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee assistance plan with focus on mental health
• Plus more employee perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed