Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Bellevue Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Requirements

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Caregiving, professional communication with clients and team members
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Caregiving, professional communication with clients and team members
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Skills

• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Caregiving, professional communication with clients and team members
• Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and restrain patients safely throughout the workday
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Benefits

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Pay

Compensation: $22-25 per hour, for each hour worked

Schedule and compensation

• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday, with Saturdays being rotating.
• Schedule and compensation details: Compensation: $22-25 per hour, for each hour worked

About us

Bellevue Animal Hospital has been serving Eastside dogs and cats since 1955. Weve provided generations of pets individualized care, from wellness exams and dental care to surgery, ultrasound, laser therapy, urgent care, nutritional counseling, and more. The Bellevue team displays an unrivaled commitment to our community, and in return, our clinic has been voted Best of Bellevue 5 consecutive years in a row! Our experienced, 7 doctor team is well equipped with excellent diagnostic tools, multiple LVTs, and a talented support staff. Our staff takes a Fear Free approach to patient care, and we take our last appointment at 5:30pm so our team can leave on time and truly enjoy life outside of work.