Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Northwest Equine Veterinary Associates is a 100% ambulatory equine veterinary practice in search of a Veterinary Assistant for a busy multi-doctor practice.

Job Qualifications:

• Experienced horse handling skills (required) including trotting, lunging and safe handling of horses under sedation, with applicable reference.

• Flexible working hours, including evening and weekend on-call rotation.

• Self motivated.

• Ability to follow instruction and work under pressure in a team environment.

• Dependable transportation and valid Washington State driver's license.

• Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

• Basic computer skills, ability to learn new software programs.

• Strong attention to grammar and spelling.

• Prior experience in veterinary medicine desirable, but not required.

The base hourly range for this position is $18 - $20. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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