Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Aylett Animal Hospital is seeking a dependable and experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal care, who enjoys working with a dedicated veterinary team, and thrives in a collaborative environment. It offers an opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive hospital where contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families. Veterinary Assistants at Aylett Animal Hospital benefit from a friendly and supportive team environment, the chance to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals, gain meaningful hands-on patient care experience, and be part of a collaborative culture focused on teamwork and compassion.
Requirements
- Previous Veterinary Assistant experience required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate and professional attitude toward patients and clients
- Dependable work ethic and positive attitude
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
- Safely restrain and handle patients during examinations and procedures
- Support patient care, monitoring, and daily hospital operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
- Communicate professionally with clients and team members
- Support the veterinary team in providing exceptional patient care
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
