Veterinary Assistant - Surgery

Veterinary Assistant – Surgery

Veterinary Specialty Center Seattle
, Lynnwood, WA

Full‑time, Wednesday–Saturday. At Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we empower exceptional care for pets, their families, and ourselves. We are.aspectj of 400 clinics forming a network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We celebrate fun along the way.

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle (VSCS) is a 24‑hour Emergency and Critical Care and Specialty hospital. We support Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, and Radiology—all in one hospital. We pride ourselves on compassionate care and exceptional client service. Our team ranges from assistants to licensed veterinarian technicians and board‑certified doctors. We foster learning, teamwork, autonomy, and accountability while laughing at least a little every day.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary 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 in accordance with your state’s Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed veterinary 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 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 sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

• Previous veterinary assistant experience required.
• Desire to offer superior patient care.
• Positive work attitude helping clients feel at ease.
• Proficiency in blood draws, taking histories, basic vital skills, and knowledge.
• Preferred – specialty surgery experience.

Build your career through access to comprehensive learning and skill‑set programs. Earn credentials such as AVMA‑CVTEA Accreditation and more via our fully accredited distance‑learning program. Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement supportuel education.

• Paid time off, including 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave, bereavement, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top‑quality medical, dental, vision insurance plus health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services across all Thrive Pet locations.
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period.
• Continuing education and development support through our free CE courses and paid time off.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $23–$28 per hour. The actual rate will consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive culture where everyone belongs and feels empowered.