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Veterinary Assistant

Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital Inc

Veterinary Assistant

Federal Way, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital is a family owned, full-service veterinary practice established in the Federal Way community for over 50 years. We are looking for additional veterinary assistants to join our amazing support staff. Our practice just completed a total renovation creating a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility ready to continue providing our loyal community with exceptional veterinary care.

    As a family owned practice, every member of our staff is treated like family. We work as a cohesive group to provide the highest standard of care to our patients and their families. Our support staff including our assistants is the foundation to our busy practice.

    Although experience is preferred, all assistant candidates are welcome. Candidates must be able to prioritize and multi-task as well as effectively communicate among team members. Attention to detail is essential. Training will be provided.

    Job responsibilities include but not limited to:

    Restocking medical supplies, medications, and pet food

    Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment spaces, operating suites, kennels

    Maintain and clean medical instruments and equipment

    Restrain patients during examinations and minor procedures

    Assist in collection of laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, tissue)

    Walk, feed, and clean patients

    Qualifications

    Effective communication with team members and clients

    Proficient in prioritizing and multi-tasking in busy environment

    Physically capable of walking, holding, and restraining cats and dogs of various sizes

    Reliable transportation

    Basic phone and computer skills

    Benefits

    Health Insurance (medical, dental)

    Paid Time Off

    Employee Discount

    401(k) with Match

    Employee Assistance Programs

    Beginning compensation depends on experience

    Schedule

    Full-time: 36-40/hr work week

    Monday-Friday with possibility of Saturdays in the future

    Day-time hours only