Clover Veterinary Hospital is locally operated as a proud member of the PetVet Care Centers Network.
Current Job Openings
Clover Veterinary Hospital, located in the thriving city of Kent, WA, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our dedicated team! Our hospital is committed to providing top-quality care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team members.
Why Clover Veterinary Hospital?
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State-of-the-art Facility – Equipped with modern diagnostic tools, digital radiography, ultrasound, and an in-house laboratory to support high-quality patient care.
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Diverse Caseload – Work with a variety of companion animals and develop your skills in general practice, surgery, and dentistry.
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Experienced Support Staff – Our highly trained team ensures efficiency and exceptional patient care, allowing you to focus on practicing medicine.
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Collaborative Culture – We foster a team-oriented environment with mentorship opportunities and strong peer support.
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Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible schedule with no on-call responsibilities, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Competitive base salary with production bonuses
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Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Generous CE allowance and paid professional dues
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PTO and paid holidays
Why Kent, WA?
Nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, Kent offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and outdoor adventure. Whether you enjoy hiking and biking at nearby trails, exploring the vibrant local dining scene, or attending community events, Kent provides a welcoming atmosphere for all. With its excellent schools, diverse culture, and easy access to the Puget Sound, Kent is a fantastic place to live and work!
Join Us Today!
If you are a compassionate and dedicated veterinarian looking to grow your career in a supportive and well-equipped practice, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary journey with Clover Veterinary Hospital.
If you would like to hear more about the incredible team at Clover, please email Heather Williams at hwilliams@petvetcarecenters.com or click here to apply!
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
PetVet Care Centers' Clover Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team.
At Clover Veterinary Hospital, we’re a dedicated team that takes pride in providing exceptional medical care with genuine compassion. Our hospital fosters a collaborative, growth-focused environment where every voice is valued, and professional development is encouraged. Joining our team means being part of a supportive community that’s passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.
Because life is better with pets.
We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:
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Local autonomy with national support
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Career mobility and development opportunities
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A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview
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The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
Key Responsibilities
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Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
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Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
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Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
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Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
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Obtain and verify medications.
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Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
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As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
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Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
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Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
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Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
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Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
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Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
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Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
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Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
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Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
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Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.
Qualifications (Required)
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High school diploma or GED.
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Licensed Veterinary Technician with surgery and dental experience
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One or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
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May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
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Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
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Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
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Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
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Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
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Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
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Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
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Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
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Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
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Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.
Schedule:
- Five 8 hour shifts from Monday to Friday or possibly 4 10 hour shifts.
- We try to schedule out 4-8 weeks at a time.
What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
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401(k) with discretionary contribution
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Team Member Pet Discounts
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Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
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CE stipends and career development resources
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Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
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Local hospital culture backed by national resources
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.
Because life is better with pets.
We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:
- Local autonomy with national support
- Career mobility and development opportunities
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview
- The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care to all patients
- Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
- Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
- Calm and soothe anxious patients
- Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
- Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
- Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
- Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
- Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
- Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
- Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
- Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
- Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
- Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
- Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)
Qualifications (Required)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have veterinary experience
- One year of experience in a veterinary environment, successfully performing all of the duties of this position
- Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
- Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
- Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies, and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
- Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Care and Compassion – displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support
- Animal Restraint and Safety – uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
- Communication – uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
- Team Orientation – works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
- Dependability – demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
- Cleanliness Standards – consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
- Energy and Productivity – completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
- Time Management – manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
- Technical Skills and Learning – keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
- Care and Use of Equipment – takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment
Schedule:
- 4 - 9 hour days per week
- Must work 4 days
What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- CE stipends and career development resources
- Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
- Local hospital culture backed by national resources
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.
Why Consider Our Kent Hospital?
At Clover Veterinary Hospital, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.
Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.
We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.
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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Clover Veterinary Hospital, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.- Clover Veterinary Hospital Team