Overview
Veterinary Assistant – ER/ICU Jobs in Lynnwood, USA at Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle
Projected Schedules: Sunday–Tuesday 7a–7p, Sunday–Wednesday 9a–7:30p, Saturday–Monday 7p–7a
About the Center
The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, is a 24‑hour Emergency and Critical Care and Specialty hospital. We offer a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, supporting Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, and Radiology, all in one facility. We pride ourselves on compassionate medical care and exceptional client service.
We are a diverse team of assistants, licensed veterinary technicians, doctors, residents, and board‑certified professionals. We foster learning, teamwork, autonomy, accountability, and a touch of daily laughter.
Thrive Pet Healthcare unites us with a mission to create the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners.
Job Summary
Veterinary Assistant – ER/ICU at the Veterinary Specialty Center Seattle, Lynnwood, WA. Join us to provide end‑to‑end care for our precious patients, from outpatient treatments and lab tests to surgery assistance and client education.
Role Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians to ensure quality care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
- Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
- Assist with surgeries and procedures per the state Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed technicians.
- Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
- Maintain relevant, comprehensive medical records with practice systems.
- Obtain health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
- Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
- Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Experience & Skills Requirements
- 2 years of veterinary assisting or technician experience.
Benefits – Our Care In Action
- Competitive compensation: $23–$28/hr.
- Paid time off, including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement, and time for new pet adoptions.
- Top‑quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings and flexible spending accounts.
- Pet perks: free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive locations.
- Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
- Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
- Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and 3 days PTO to complete.
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Title: Veterinary Assistant – ER/ICU
Company: Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle
Location: Lynnwood, USA
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