Pet Medical Center of Pasco is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!
Position Details
Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: $17.13–$20.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Four- or five-day work week (36–40 hours/week), including one Saturday per month. No nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours.
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
Looking for a hospital where you can continue building your skills, work with an amazing team, and see everything from puppies to parrots? We'd love to meet you.
Pet Medical Center of Pasco is growing again! We've recently welcomed our eighth veterinarian, and our surgery and dentistry schedules are busier than ever.
From dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets, every day brings something new—and we wouldn't have it any other way. We're a team that takes great medicine seriously without taking ourselves too seriously. Around here, you'll find wagging tails, curious beaks, the occasional skeptical reptile, and Soup, our resident clinic cat, who keeps everyone humble. If you're looking for a supportive hospital where you'll continue learning while having fun along the way, you'll fit right in.
Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here
- Four- or five-day work week with no nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours
- One Saturday per month with predictable scheduling
- Consistent lunch breaks because taking care of yourself matters too
- Opportunities to work with both companion animals and exotic species
- Modern equipment, including ultrasound, digital radiology, laser therapy, surgical laser, and advanced patient monitoring
- Supportive mentorship and opportunities for continued growth
- Collaborative team that works hard, laughs often, and genuinely enjoys working together
What Our Veterinary Assistants Do
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures
- Obtain patient histories, assist with patient handling, and provide compassionate nursing care
- Perform venipuncture, radiographs, laboratory sample collection, and in-house diagnostics
- Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia support, and patient recovery
- Administer medications and treatments as directed
- Educate clients regarding medications, preventive care, and treatment plans
- Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
- Work with a wide variety of patients, including companion animals, birds, reptiles, and other exotic species
- Collaborate with teammates to provide exceptional patient care every day
What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring
- One to two years of veterinary assistant experience preferred
- Willingness to obtain and maintain a Washington Medication Clerk License (training provided)
- Confidence with patient handling, venipuncture, radiographs, and surgical assistance, or a strong desire to continue developing those skills
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Compassion for patients, clients, and teammates
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and remain active throughout the day
- Team-first mindset with a commitment to continuous learning
The Extras You'll Actually Feel
- Opportunities to work alongside eight experienced veterinarians
- Exposure to companion animal, avian, reptile, and exotic medicine
- Mentorship and support as you continue building your career
- Opportunities to participate in our nonprofit adoption program, Watson's Paws for the Cause
- Occasional team appreciation meals and celebrations
- A well-stocked break room and a team that genuinely enjoys spending time together
- A workplace where curiosity, collaboration, and laughter are part of every day
Benefits You Can't Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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 employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- 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
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you're looking for a veterinary assistant position where you can continue growing your skills, work with an incredible variety of patients, and be part of a team that truly enjoys what they do, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover why Pet Medical Center of Pasco is such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Pet Medical Center of Pasco and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.
