Veterinary Assistant

Small Door Veterinary • Boston, MA

11d

About The Position

Small Door is a membership-based veterinary care service that aims to provide a higher standard of care for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians. They offer a membership that includes exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, and transparent pricing, delivered in modern, stress-free spaces designed by animal experts. Founded in Manhattan in 2019, Small Door has expanded across the East Coast, including New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with further expansion planned for 2026. The company emphasizes a supportive and collaborative environment for its nurses, offering state-of-the-art facilities, strong doctor-to-nurse staffing ratios, and the support of a 24/7 telehealth team and call center to allow staff to focus on in-person patient care. Small Door is committed to a healthy work-life balance and a positive work culture, adhering to Fear Free practices and AAHA accreditation standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant
• Availability to work weekends (Saturdays)
• Comfortable with computers and online tools
• Strong enough to lift 50 lbs
• A thoughtful and fearless team player
• A go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled at communicating with clients
• Passionate about pets

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses
• Assessing patients
• Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics
• Completing treatments as instructed by the doctor
• Basic husbandry and nursing care
• Monitoring changes in patients and providing compassionate care
• Assisting in and facilitating radiography capture
• Preparing samples for outside reference labs
• Running in-house labs
• Preparing medications
• Administering medications
• Working tele-triage shifts (additional stipend)
• Additional responsibilities to maintain a hospitable environment

Benefits

• Opportunities for upward mobility and professional growth
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and company-wide holidays
• Commuter benefits and subsidized health and wellness programs
• Discounted veterinary care for your furry loved ones
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment
• A team that lives by our core values and always has your back

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed