Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Laurel Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across hospital care. This versatile role involves work across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. The ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, effective at multitasking in a fast-paced environment, attentive to team needs, and professional in communication. The position is full-time on a 4/10 schedule, with availability needed Monday through Sunday and rotating weekends required. Compensation is $26–$29 per hour. The practice is a seven-doctor hospital caring for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and potbellied pigs, with two credentialed technicians. Its services and equipment include digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and acupuncture. Clinical exposure includes dentistry, soft tissue and abdominal procedures, and mass removals; orthopedic fracture and back surgeries are referred out.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
- Physical ability to stand, bend, lift, and safely restrain patients throughout the workday.
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
Nice To Haves
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
Responsibilities
- Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
- Safely and gently handle and restrain patients during outpatient and procedural care.
- Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
- Monitor anesthesia and support patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team.
- Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Clearly and compassionately review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
- Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
- Maintain clean, organized, and prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.
Benefits
- Bonus package of up to $500, depending on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law.
- Personal pet discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
