Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Posted on Sep 14, 2024 by Columbia City Veterinary Hospital
Seattle, WA
Professional Services
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Who we are::

Are you passionate about animals and would jump at the chance to interact with all types of pets in an atmosphere where fun and compassion are the order of the day? If you want to onboard with a modern veterinary clinic where your career will flourish under the guidance of a caring team, Columbia City Veterinary Hospital in Seattle, WA is the place for you! 

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities

Clean and straighten exam rooms to prepare for incoming patients following OSHA guidelines

Be familiar with infectious and common zoonotic diseases; including prevention, and the steps to reduce or eliminate transmission

Assist in restraining pets in a manner that allows necessary procedures to be done with minimal stress to patients, and ensure safety of patients and people

Take accurate notes and medical history of patients in exam rooms for doctors

Anticipate the needs of the doctor for routine exam/surgery visits; follow doctors request to fill or refill medications

Take temperatures, samples, vitals as requested by doctor; draw up vaccines, flea/tick medication/prevention, etc.

Veterinary Assistant Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Experience is a plus including preferred skills:Animal care, restraints, client/customer interaction experience, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, labwork, radiology, and pharmacology highly preferred

What’s in it for you:

Financial Benefits: 

A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance$20 - $24.00 per hour

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program 

Wellness Benefits: 

Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision

Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Pet food discount program 

Workplace Benefits: 

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

Professional development opportunities 

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance 

Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits:

Six paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Grab this amazing opportunity to onboard with an animal hospital that cares about your success and happiness. Apply for Columbia City Veterinary Hospital's Veterinary Assistant job opening today!

Learn more about this hospital:



Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Columbia City Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.



Reference: 199208681

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Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Posted on Sep 14, 2024 by Columbia City Veterinary Hospital

Seattle, WA
Professional Services
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Who we are::

Are you passionate about animals and would jump at the chance to interact with all types of pets in an atmosphere where fun and compassion are the order of the day? If you want to onboard with a modern veterinary clinic where your career will flourish under the guidance of a caring team, Columbia City Veterinary Hospital in Seattle, WA is the place for you! 

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities

Clean and straighten exam rooms to prepare for incoming patients following OSHA guidelines

Be familiar with infectious and common zoonotic diseases; including prevention, and the steps to reduce or eliminate transmission

Assist in restraining pets in a manner that allows necessary procedures to be done with minimal stress to patients, and ensure safety of patients and people

Take accurate notes and medical history of patients in exam rooms for doctors

Anticipate the needs of the doctor for routine exam/surgery visits; follow doctors request to fill or refill medications

Take temperatures, samples, vitals as requested by doctor; draw up vaccines, flea/tick medication/prevention, etc.

Veterinary Assistant Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Experience is a plus including preferred skills:Animal care, restraints, client/customer interaction experience, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, labwork, radiology, and pharmacology highly preferred

What’s in it for you:

Financial Benefits: 

A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance$20 - $24.00 per hour

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonus program 

Wellness Benefits: 

Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision

Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets

Pet discounts on services and products

Pet food discount program 

Workplace Benefits: 

Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

Professional development opportunities 

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance 

Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits:

Six paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Grab this amazing opportunity to onboard with an animal hospital that cares about your success and happiness. Apply for Columbia City Veterinary Hospital's Veterinary Assistant job opening today!

Learn more about this hospital:



Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Columbia City Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.


Reference: 199208681

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