Veterinary Assistant - ER

Overview

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, Snohomish, WA. Full-time position with a daytime shift on Friday through Sunday 9am-8pm, with flexibility for 4–10-hour shifts. Additional shift differentials apply for other posted schedules.

Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself. We are a community of 400 clinics forming a network with learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and supportive teams dedicated to compassionate care.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist with hospital functions to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with the state's Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and provide guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and maintain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Mentor and support fellow team members as needed.

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• LVT preferred
• 2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience (direct animal/patient care required)
• Desire to practice empathetic, gold standard medicine benefiting patients
• Team oriented with ability to collaborate and support each other
• Positive, kind communication to patients, team members, and clients
• Desire to grow and advance as a veterinary technician

Skills include access to comprehensive learning and skill development programs. Build your skills and credentials through:

• Continuing education library – ThriveU
• Live virtual workshops to develop leadership skills
• Fundamentals of running a pet hospital program
• AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and veterinary technician education through our distance learning program
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

With many locations nationwide, you can pursue different specialties and environments. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic deeply rooted in its community and supported by Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits support mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, designed to meet the needs of each individual. Key benefits include:

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave and bereavement for humans and pets; time off for new pet adoptions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA); pre-tax commuter benefits
• Pet perks including free exams and discounts at Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Back-up and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Continuing education and development support, including annual CE stipend
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support

Salary information: compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay rate starting at $23–28/hour. A shift differential (between $1 and $4/hour) may apply depending on schedule.