Emergency Veterinary Assistant - ER/ICU - Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty + Emergency
Lakefield Veterinary GroupGig Harbor, Washington, United States · Posted 6 months agoDescription
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists & Emergency (PSVSE)
At Puget Sound Veterinary Specialists & Emergency (PSVSE), our mission is to deliver exceptional emergency and specialty veterinary care with compassion, innovation, and accountability at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to gold standard medicine while fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning.
We are currently seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our 24/7 emergency team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is confident in clinical support duties, and is passionate about patient care.
Schedule & Shift Differentials
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Day and Night shifts available
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+$4/hr shift differential for shifts worked Monday–Sunday, 7:00pm–7:00am
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+$2/hr shift differential for shifts worked Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am–7:00pm
Position Summary
The Emergency Veterinary Assistant plays a critical role in supporting veterinarians and technicians in the delivery of high-quality emergency care. This position assists with patient handling, treatments, diagnostics, and maintaining a safe, efficient clinical environment while providing compassionate support to patients and clients during stressful situations.
What You’ll Do
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Support veterinarians and technicians during emergency procedures and treatments
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Safely restrain and handle patients with compassion and confidence
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Assist with diagnostics, treatments, and patient monitoring as directed
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Maintain clean, organized treatment and patient care areas
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Provide comfort and support to patients throughout their hospital stay
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Communicate respectfully and effectively with team members in a high-acuity setting
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Uphold PSVSE standards for safety, cleanliness, and patient care
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant required
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Prior experience in an emergency or specialty setting preferred
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Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and compassionate in emergency situations
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Commitment to learning and continuous improvement
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Alignment with PSVSE’s core values of Compassion, Inclusion, Accountability, Innovation, and Gold Standard Patient Care
Why PSVSE
At PSVSE, we grow together by asking questions, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Every patient, client, and team interaction is an opportunity to educate, uplift, and provide care with integrity and excellence. Together, we strive to set the standard in veterinary care—every day, for every life we touch.
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