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Veterinary Assistant - Full Time
Associated Veterinary Partners
Chelan, WA, US
Source: Associated Veterinary Partners careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $20 — $24 USD per hour
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
From Associated Veterinary Partners's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Do you love hands-on patient care and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference in its community?
The Village Veterinarian is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support our doctors and technicians in delivering high-quality care to our patients and clients. This role includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency cases, with a stipend for every on-call shift.
Located just two blocks from Lake Chelan in Central Washington, The Village Veterinarian is a locally led small animal hospital serving a close-knit community surrounded by year-round outdoor recreation. We are partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP), a veterinarian-founded organization that provides operational support while preserving local leadership and clinical autonomy.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, procedures, and diagnostics within Washington scope of practice
- Provide safe, low-stress restraint and handling for patients
- Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate records of care
- Prepare exam rooms, surgical suites, and equipment, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments
- Maintain kennel cleanliness, patient comfort, feeding, and walking
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to assist the veterinarian with after-hours emergency cases
- Communicate with clients in a friendly, professional manner and support the front desk as needed
- Assist with inventory stocking and maintaining a clean, organized hospital
- Follow hospital safety, infection control, and compliance protocols
Qualifications:
- Prior veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred; we are willing to train the right candidate
- Strong work ethic, compassion for animals, and a team-first attitude
- Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced and emergency environment
- Clear communication skills with clients and coworkers
- Availability for a rotating on-call schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to respond to the hospital within 15 to 20 minutes while on call
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
Benefits
Compensation
Compensation & Benefits:
Pay rate: $20.00 to $24.00/hr (depending on experience)
On-call stipend: $50 per weeknight on-call shift, $100 per weekend on-call day, and $150 per holiday on-call day, plus hourly pay for all time worked when called in (overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours per week)
Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life insurance options
401(k) with company matching
PTO
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