Veterinary Assistant - Specialty Float
BluePearl Pet Hospital · Lakewood, WA · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$21.26–$31.45/hrFull-time
About the role
Our BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tacoma, WA is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Team!
Responsibilities
- Work with a variety of Specialty Teams across the hospital depending on case load.
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement, according to associate level.
- Aid in and perform diagnostic imaging procedures with our talented LVTs and DVMs; including radiographs, ultrasound, CT, CBCT, and digital dental radiographs.
- Maintain accurate records, including patient history, treatment details, and client communication.
- Absorb and prepare lab samples for send out to multiple labs.
- Collaborate with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients receive optimal care.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate in a professional and objective manner to ensure efficient patient care and case hand off.
- Ability to shift duties with short notice depending on department needs.
- Ability to identify animal body language and handle patients with low stress techniques.
- Minimum of 2 years experience with progressive clinical skills in a hands-on veterinary assistant role.
Qualifications
- Unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S.
Skills
- Proficiency in venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
- Knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Benefits
- Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
- Talent development programs and leadership workshops.
- Continuing education allowance and reimbursement.
- Access to mental health support and wellness resources.
- Short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- Paid time off and floating holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Annual continuing education allowance.
- Referral bonus program.
- State licensure reimbursements.
- VTNE reimbursements.
Pay
VA Pay: $21.26 - $31.45 / hour
This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through Kahuna leveling system.
Schedule
Hours may vary based on department needs and case load.