Hunter Veterinary Clinic·Spokane, Washington
Support doctors and technicians by handling and restraining a variety of animal species and assisting with clinical procedures. Manage patient flow, perform basic lab work, and communicate home-care instructions to clients.
401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off You’re not “just helping hold pets.”
You’re the extra set of hands. The steady presence. The reason patients stay safe, calm, and cared for.
At Hunter Veterinary Clinic, our veterinary assistants are essential to everything we do. If you love animals and enjoy connecting with people, work well on a team, and don’t mind getting your hands dirty to help patients feel better, we’d love to meet you.
✨ What You’ll Do
You’ll support our doctors and technicians and play a critical role in patient care across a diverse range of species.
Assist with handling and safely restraining patients — including dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, small mammals, and wild birds such as eagles, owls, and hawks
Communicate with clients and assist with patient discharges, explaining home-care instructions clearly and compassionately
Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces
Help with in-house lab work (fecals, urinalysis, cytology, heartworm tests, etc.)
Assist with radiographs under the direction of a DVM or LVT
Admit patients and support smooth, organized patient flow
Monitor hospitalized and boarding patients (feeding, walking, administering medications as directed)
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital
Support the team during busy, urgent, or emotional situations
Your work directly improves patient safety, efficiency, and quality of care.
🧠 Who You Are
We can train skills — we can’t train attitude.
You might be perfect for this role if you: Genuinely enjoy working with a wide variety of animals, from household pets to exotics and raptors
Enjoy talking with clients and helping them understand their pet’s care, even when they’re stressed or emotional
Stay calm and focused in fast-paced or high-stress situations
Work well as part of a close, team-oriented environment
Communicate clearly, kindly, and professionally with clients and coworkers
Are dependable, hardworking, and willing to jump in where needed
Take pride in keeping your workspace clean and organized
Are comfortable with physical work and being on your feet most of the day
Veterinary experience is helpful but not required — we’re happy to train the right person with the right mindset.
💼
$17.13 – $22.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level
Schedule: Full-time preferred in a busy, team-based clinic environment
Standing and walking for extended periods; lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (assistance required for over 50 lbs) Benefits are outlined separately in our employee manual.
❤️ Why You’ll Love Working Here: A supportive, respectful team that values every role
Hands-on experience with dogs, cats, exotics, and birds of prey
Meaningful work that directly helps pets and the people who love them
A workplace where assistants are essential — not an afterthought
Opportunities to grow skills and advance based on contribution, not just time
📩 Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and tell us why you’d be a great fit for our veterinary assistant team.
Market context
Veterinary assistants in Washington are commonly needed in clinics and animal hospitals that rely on experienced support staff for patient care, restraint, cleaning, and client communication. This role is competitive because employers often prefer candidates with prior clinical veterinary experience, and the listed medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and sick leave benefits can make a strong package. Review the original posting carefully and tailor your application to the specific clinical tasks you have handled; the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the source description, which can save you research time.
