Veterinary Assistant

Purdy Veterinary HospitalGig Harbor, WA, United States

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Who we are :

Purdy Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role : Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Status : Full-time
Salary : $18.00 - $21.00 per hour; based on experience

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You : Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition : Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate : Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Are you ready to love where you work?

At Purdy Veterinary Hospital, we know that a fulfilling career in veterinary medicine shouldn't come at the expense of your personal life. Our team takes employee well-being seriously - because happy, supported people provide the best care! We're looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate crew and help us deliver top-notch care to the pets and families who make our days meaningful.

We're searching for someone who brings compassion, curiosity, and a can-do attitude to every day. If you're passionate about helping pets and their people, we'd love to meet you!

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Purdy Veterinary Hospital

A supportive, fun-loving team that values collaboration and respect

A hospital culture that genuinely prioritizes employee well-being

Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your skills

A place where your work truly makes a difference - for pets, clients, and your teammates

Leadership that listens and invests in your development

Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

At least 1 year of hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital or clinic

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Strong animal-handling abilities and a calm, compassionate demeanor

A positive, proactive attitude and sharp attention to detail

A healthy sense of humor and appreciation for a good pet pun

Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting

Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You'll Do

Assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and treatments

Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately

Prepare exam and surgical rooms for procedures

Administer medications, perform basic lab tests and sample collections

Provide outstanding client education and support

Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and efficiency

Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence

Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)

Embrace the occasional "cat rodeo" with safe, skilled handling

Celebrate the moments that matter - birthdays, babies, anniversaries

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

Flexibility that supports real work-life balance

A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness

Mentoring, growth, and frequent "thanks" - plus coffee runs, ice-cream breaks, and lunch on us

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program (full-time only)

Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)

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

Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)

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

State license reimbursement

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

Six paid holidays (full-time only)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're ready to join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and a healthy work-life balance, we can't wait to meet you. Apply today and see why life is better at Purdy Veterinary Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Purdy 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.

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