The Veterinary Assistant provides vital support to our veterinarians and veterinary technicians by ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment. This role involves handling animals, assisting with procedures, and performing administrative tasks to ensure high-quality care for pantients and the people who love them.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and procedures

Restrain animals safely and humanely during treatments or exams

Feed, bathe, groom, and exercise animals as needed

Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, cages, and surgical areas

Prepare exam and treatment areas with necessary supplies and equipment

Collect and label samples (urine, feces, blood) for testing

Administer medications and treatments under veterinary supervision

Surgery monitoring

Obtain patients vitals

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Educate pet owners on post-treatment care, medications, and procedures

Handle administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling, and filing

Requirements:

Ability to lift and restrain animals (up to 40 lbs. or more)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassion, patience, and attention to detail

Willingness to work weekends and evenings

Completion of a veterinary assistant training program

Compensation:  • Base hourly rate of $16.00-$18.00   Example benefits offered to full-time team members, if applicable • Medical, Vision, Dental insurance • 401(k) • Health Savings Account • Paid time off • Employee discounts