Veterinary Assistant - Oncology

About Us

Timberline Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (TVES) is a local, privately-owned hospital with a strong culture of collaboration, transparency, and growth. Located in North Seattle, we’re a rapidly growing 24/7 Emergency and Specialty practice dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, supporting our community and fostering the professional development of our team.

Our mission is:

“Leading through exceptional veterinary care and sustainable employee ownership.”

Our hospital's mission is guided by our PEAK Principles:

• Patient care
• Engagement
• Accountability
• Knowledge Growth

Position Summary

Exceptional oncology care requires thoughtful systems, strong teamwork, and deep compassion. At Timberline, we believe every role on our team contributes meaningfully to patient outcomes and client experience.

We are seeking an Oncology Veterinary Assistant to support and grow our oncology service. This role is a steady, compassionate presence within the department, supporting patients diagnosed with cancer, assisting clients through difficult moments, and collaborating closely with veterinarians, technicians, and hospital leadership to deliver safe, efficient, and empathetic care.

As part of the oncology team, you will contribute to workflow development, department organization, and the continued growth of a cohesive, high-performing oncology service.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the setup, organization, and daily operations of the oncology service.
• Assist with SOPs for patient intake, treatment scheduling, and chemotherapy handling.
• Start and maintain accurate patient medical records in Instinct.
• Perform pre-exams, obtain patient histories, vital signs, diagnostics, and lab samples.
• Safely restrain patients for exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Perform treatments and administer medication as allowed under the direction and supervision of the veterinarian, following all Washington state laws, safety and handling protocols.
• Monitor patients during and after treatments and report changes promptly.
• Prepare and double-check treatment sheets; round with ICU staff as needed.
• Fill prescriptions and enter and double-check client invoices for accuracy.
• Provide clear, compassionate client education and support.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in required meetings and model Timberline’s PEAK Principles.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable interacting with clients and creating a positive experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude, cooperative work style and growth mindset.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Able to pass the Washington Veterinary Medical Clerk license within 60 days of hire.
• Basic computer and scheduling software proficiency.

Schedule, Compensation, and Benefits:

• Hourly compensation is based on experience and skill level ($22–$30/hr).
• Shift differentials apply for overnight and weekend shifts and are added on top of hourly pay.
• Competitive medical benefits, quarterly profit sharing, stock appreciation rights, and participation in our future Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Unlimited continuing education opportunities for veterinary and leadership topics, with travel and lodging allowances every other year.
• As an emergency and specialty hospital, all team members are required to participate in a rotation for holiday coverage, which includes working at least one summer and one winter holiday.

If you're passionate about patient care, love collaborative medicine, and want to grow in a privately owned practice where your skills are valued ~ we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and grow your career with Timberline Veterinary Emergency & Specialty!