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Veterinary Assistant GP

VCA Animal Hospitals·Kennewick, Washington

$18 - $19/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago
Practice for this role

Veterinary Assistant GP · $18 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -53% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Kennewick, Washington ($38.58/hr, n=47)
  • 54 similar openings in the Kennewick area · median $38.58/hr
$18.00/hr · p10p90 · $86.70/hr
this role: $18.00/hrmedian $38.58/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 47 posted behavioral health roles in Kennewick, Washington rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 53% below the Kennewick, Washington median for behavioral health roles.

Provide clinical support and assistance within a general practice veterinary hospital. Support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality medical care to pets.

VCA Southridge Animal Hospital is adding an experienced Veterinary Assistant to our team.

Location

  • 3711
  • Plaza
  • Way,
  • Kennewick,
  • WA 99338
  • Compensation : $ 18 - $ 19 / hr
  • Schedule :
  • FT
  • Why join the
  • VCA
  • Southridge
  • Animal
  • Hospital
  • Team :
  • Benefits: VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates.
  • Mental
  • Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
  • Full
  • Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
  • Paid
  • Time
  • Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
  • Financial
  • Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-
  • Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

Perks

Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.

Education

Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.

Latest

Tech &

Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

Sponsorships

Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

Discounts

Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.

Freebies

Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.

Programs

Leadership development and mentorship programs.

Retirement

401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

Full

Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.

Pet

Care

Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

Advisory

Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.

Legal

Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.

Transfer

Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Requirements

The candidate must be an experienced Veterinary Assistant. Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment is expected.

  • Clinical Support
  • Animal Care
  • Medical Record Keeping
  • Patient Handling
  • Veterinary Assisting

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$18 - $19/hr
Location
Kennewick, Washington
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
VA

Hiring organization

VCA Animal Hospitals

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From general practice to emergency and specialty...

IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Behavioral health roles remain active in Washington

Behavioral health positions in Washington are typically supported by steady demand from outpatient, community, and telehealth settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a current unrestricted clinical license, experience with evidence-based therapy, and the ability to work from a HIPAA-compliant home office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of your therapy approach before applying.

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