Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Lansdowne Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits. We are seeking an outgoing, client-focused assistant who thrives in exam room management, client engagement, and multitasking in a busy clinical environment. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting efficient hospital operations, creating positive client experiences, and ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality care. Success in this role starts with strong communication, confidence running exam rooms, and solid phlebotomy skills — everything else we're happy to build on together. Extra points if you're open to helping our front desk team on those busy shifts!
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
- Proficiency in the following skills: Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
- Phlebotomy & SQ injections
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
Nice To Haves
- Outgoing, client-focused assistant who thrives in exam room management, client engagement, and multitasking in a busy clinical environment
- Strong communication skills
- Confidence running exam rooms
- Solid phlebotomy skills
- Open to helping our front desk team on those busy shifts
Responsibilities
- Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care
- Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Supporting veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments while providing high-quality patient care
- Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service
Benefits
- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Limited benefits for part-time team members may be eligible in accordance with company policy and state law
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
