Veterinary Assistant

Southern Veterinary Partners • Morgantown, WV

108d • $14 - $17

About The Position

Morgantown Veterinary Care has been serving the beautiful Morgantown, West Virginia community since 1983. Morgantown Veterinary Care is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. We offer everything from general wellness check-ups and vaccines to state-of-the-art diagnostics and precise surgical procedures. Here at Morgantown we thrive by ensuring that local pet owners have access to top-notch veterinary care, whether their pet health needs are big or small. Our mission is to deliver outstanding pet care to our clients and their cherished pet, each and every time they visit. If you are a passionate and caring team player please apply today! We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals. This is an in-the-action, hands-on, patient care role where you’ll be right in the exam room alongside our doctors and CVTs, helping to make visits smooth, efficient, and stress-free.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary experience is great, but we’re big on training the right attitude
• You love animals AND people (even the ones who forgot to bring the leash)
• You can keep cool under pressure and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty
• You’re a team player who believes helping each other is how we win the day

Responsibilities

• Working directly with our doctors to provide top-notch patient care during exams and treatments
• Handling patients with skill, empathy, and a sprinkle of humor when needed
• Collecting samples, running diagnostics, and recording accurate medical notes using AI software
• Educating clients on their pet’s care in a friendly, easy-to-understand way
• Helping keep exam rooms prepped, stocked, and ready for the next adventure
• Pitching in wherever needed—because here, no one says 'that’s not my job'

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees