Veterinary Assistant - Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center
About The Position
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Assistant at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center! Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is a high-volume general practice and surgical specialty hospital located in the picturesque town of Rutland, Vermont. We are a patient-focused, community-driven practice with a passion for veterinary excellence—and we’re growing! We’re seeking a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative, fast-paced team and help us deliver the exceptional care our patients and clients deserve. Why you'll love us: Gold-Standard Medicine - Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center delivers top-quality care at every life stage—from compassionate wellness visits to expert orthopedic surgeries. As an AAHA-Accredited, Fear Free Certified, and Cat Friendly Practice, we prioritize low-stress care backed by advanced diagnostics and surgical expertise, including CCL repairs and patellar luxation. Supportive Team Culture - We value mutual respect, compassion, and a strong work ethic. You’ll be joining a team that supports each other, communicates openly, and celebrates wins big and small. Your voice and contributions matter here. You are... A Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Experienced in surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care. Skilled in placing IV catheters, drawing blood, performing lab tests, and dental prophylaxis (scaling and polishing). Passionate about client communication and building lasting relationships. A team player who’s eager to pitch in, problem-solve, and support both clinical and non-clinical tasks. Committed to learning, growing, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care. What You’ll Be Doing: Assisting in surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia. Leading by example to mentor and train junior staff. Supporting diagnostics, treatments, and daily patient care. Maintaining accurate medical records and effective client communication. Helping uphold high standards of care and consistency across the hospital. What's in it for you? Competitive pay, based on experience Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+) Generous CE allowance + paid CE time Uniform allowance Pet care discounts for your personal pets PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources A 401(k) with up to 5% company match Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you ww.encorevet.com Check us out here: www.rutlandvet.com Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients. Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.
Requirements
- A Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Experienced in surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
- Skilled in placing IV catheters, drawing blood, performing lab tests, and dental prophylaxis (scaling and polishing).
- Passionate about client communication and building lasting relationships.
- A team player who’s eager to pitch in, problem-solve, and support both clinical and non-clinical tasks.
- Committed to learning, growing, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
- Leading by example to mentor and train junior staff.
- Supporting diagnostics, treatments, and daily patient care.
- Maintaining accurate medical records and effective client communication.
- Helping uphold high standards of care and consistency across the hospital.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
- Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
- Uniform allowance
- Pet care discounts for your personal pets
- PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
- A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
- Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
- A 401(k) with up to 5% company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
