Experienced Veterinary Assistant - VCA Animal Hospitals

**VCA Silver Lake Animal Hospital** is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to complement our talented team in **Everett, Washington** . Our practice has been a staple in the Silver Lake community for over 20 years and has a loyal clientele. We take pride in providing high quality medicine while maintaining home town care. **What You'll Do:** As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our dedicated team, ensuring that every patient receives exceptional care in a clean, comfortable environment. Your responsibilities will include: + Supporting the entire veterinary staff with daily tasks. + Keeping treatment areas and exam rooms fully stocked and sanitized. + Assisting in the restraint of animals during exams and procedures. + Monitoring and reporting any health concerns to senior staff. + Keeping accurate patient records and sterilizing equipment. + Assist with Dentals, Surgical procedures, and post-operative care + Assist in the collection of samples (blood, urine, etc.), administer medications as directed, and fill medications. **Compensation:** Starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. $22/hr. - $26/hr. **Flexible Scheduling:** We offer full-time opportunities with flexible schedules that fit your lifestyle and family needs. **Why Choose Us?** + **Career Development:** Access to continuous learning through our career development programs. + **Make a Difference:** Participate in community outreach through our strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities. + **Wellness Perks:** Enjoy free subscriptions to mental wellness programs like Headspace. + **Generous Benefits:** Referral bonuses, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid parental leave, and more! + **Work-Life Balance:** Paid vacation and sick time to ensure you have time to recharge. **What We're Looking For:** + 6+ months of experience in a veterinary clinic or current enrollment in a Veterinary Assistant or Technician program **Ready to Join Our Team?** If you're ready to grow with a supportive and collaborative team that values your skills and dedication. **If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.** Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com (https://www.vcacareers.com/%22http:/vcacareers.com/%22) **If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.** Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com