Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
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27-06-2025
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Position at Alpine Animal Hospital - Issaquah
At Alpine Animal Hospital we offer primary care services for dogs and cats in Issaquah Sammamish Newcastle Bellevue and Cascade Foothills. We are proud to be AAHA accredited and feline friendly certified.
Alpine Animal Hospital is devoted to providing quality full-service veterinary care in the Issaquah Washington area. An AAHA certified cat-friendly practice our skilled veterinary team is ready to support your pet with compassionate care at every stage of their life. Were equipped with an in-house laboratory digital radiology surgical suite and more to provide wellness dental and emergency care alongside other specialized services. When youre looking for expert staff top-of-the line services and the caring touch that makes a difference in your pet care Alpine Animal Hospital is here to serve you and your family.
Job Description:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Experienced Veterinary Assistant with surgical experience to join our team. This role combines general veterinary assistant duties with a strong focus on supporting surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will be comfortable assisting veterinarians during exams treatments diagnostics and surgeries while maintaining a high standard of patient care and client service.
We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Experienced Veterinary Assistant with surgical experience to join our team. This role combines general veterinary assistant duties with a strong focus on supporting surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will be comfortable assisting veterinarians during exams treatments diagnostics and surgeries while maintaining a high standard of patient care and client service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians with physical exams patient diagnostics and treatments
- Provide surgical support including patient prep instrument sterilization and anesthesia monitoring
- Maintain clean sterile and organized treatment and surgical areas
- Monitor and record patient vital signs and recovery post-procedure
- Restrain animals safely and effectively for exams procedures and treatments
- Administer medications and perform basic lab work as directed by the DVM
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper patient handling and safety
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a veterinary assistant including surgical support
- Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and sterile technique
- Strong understanding of veterinary medical terminology procedures and patient care
- Excellent communication teamwork and multitasking skills
- Veterinary Assistant Certification preferred
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly rate range of $24 - $26. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills qualifications experience and location.
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