What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Hospital Vet Assistant position at Happy Tails Animal Hospital?
Ignite your love for pets and step into an extraordinary role as a full-time Animal Hospital Vet Assistant with Happy Tails Animal Hospital in Renton, WA! When you join our veterinary team, you'll enjoy competitive pay of $19 - $21 an hour, health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick days, uniforms, a retirement savings plan, growth opportunities, continuing education, professional training, and pet discounts. Ready to flourish in an environment that genuinely cares about your well-being and growth? If so, keep reading about this fantastic opportunity!
WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?
You'll work a full-time Monday through Friday schedule between 8 AM and 5 PM, with weekends.
As our Animal Hospital Vet Assistant, you have the rewarding responsibility of providing compassionate care for our furry friends. A typical day involves welcoming and rooming clients with their pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being. You meticulously gather the full medical history of our patients, paying careful attention to detail. Assisting in surgical procedures allows you to apply your skills and contribute to the animals' treatment and recovery. Performing dental prophylaxis and radiographs, as well as capturing full-body radiographs, are essential components of your daily tasks, promoting the oral and overall health of our patients. Additionally, you dedicate time to meticulously maintain medical records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility when needed. A particularly fulfilling aspect of your role involves researching medications and treatment options for complex medical cases, contributing to the best possible outcomes for our animal companions. Lastly, building and nurturing positive and trusting relationships with our clients is paramount, as it fosters a supportive and collaborative environment for the well-being of their beloved pets!
WONDERING WHO WE ARE?
Happy Tails Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice with a state-of-the-art medical facility that provides high-quality, compassionate care to pets in the Renton area. We pride ourselves on building personal connections with our clients and treating each pet like family. Our energetic, open-minded, and fun team is passionate about pet health and dedicated to building a vibrant, supportive culture as we grow within our community. We foster a tight-knit family atmosphere, valuing our employees with monthly Costco food orders, birthday celebrations, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a workplace that appreciates your hard work and welcomes you as you are, Happy Tails Animal Hospital is the place to be!
READY TO BECOME OUR ANIMAL HOSPITAL VET ASSISTANT
With our practice steadily getting busier, we're interested in an Animal Hospital Vet Assistant with some assisting knowledge; however, we're willing to train the right person who is driven, motivated, empathetic, compassionate, and highly customer-oriented! Does this sound like you? If so, check out our requirements below!
- Veterinary knowledge
Having 2 years of experience in a similar role or basic knowledge is preferred! Experience with pocket pets is a bonus but not necessary. If you're ready to build a rewarding veterinary career, apply today with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application - you won't regret it!
Salary : $19 - $21