Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
At Ark Veterinary Hospital, we know it takes a village to care for pets—and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that hold it all together. We’re searching for a compassionate, motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our full-time crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag. This role is crucial for ensuring a smooth flow of appointments and supporting the veterinary team's decisions through accurate diagnostics and lab work. The ideal candidate will provide calm, confident handling that keeps nervous patients (and their people) at ease.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
- Comfortable assisting with exams, procedures, and daily patient care
- Strong communication skills with clients and teammates
Responsibilities
- Calm, confident handling that keeps nervous patients (and their people) at ease
- Accurate diagnostics and lab work that support the veterinary team's decisions
- A smooth flow of appointments so the hospital runs efficiently even on busy days
- Assisting with exams, procedures, and daily patient care
Benefits
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
- Generous CE allowance plus 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
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
