Veterinary Assistant - Triage
BluePearl Pet Hospital · Lakewood, WA · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$20.3–$30.1/hrFull-time
Pay
- Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $4.50 Shift Differential
- Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $8.00 Shift Differential
- Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $4.50 Shift Differential
Schedule
Day Shift: 7a - 6p 4 days on, 4 days off
As a Triage Veterinary Assistant, you will:
- Intake and Triage of Incoming Patients
- Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during nursing rounds.
- Comfortably take vitals, including accurately counting heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
- Client communication and education
- Perform consistent rechecks, chart vital sign trends and client updates.
- Constant communication with intaking doctor to ensure prompt and proper patient care.
- Stocking and cleaning as needed
- Maintain open communication with the doctor and technical staff to minimize wait times and maximize patient flow regarding long wait times
- Manage Cornerstone/Instinct hospital census
Why BluePearl?
- Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food
- Opportunities for growth and development through talent development programs and leadership workshops
- Annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, and access to over 2,000 medical journals
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Parental leave benefits
- Flexible work schedules
- 401k and retirement planning
- Paid time off and floating holiday plans
- A regional licensed social worker for support
- A family-like culture in our hospitals
What We Offer
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Equal opportunity employer
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Drug-free workplace policy