Veterinary Assistant

Pet Vet Family Pet Care Center•Kalamazoo, MI

10d

About The Position

Love animals and people? Obsessed with making a real difference? We’re looking for a friendly, upbeat, and organized veterinary assistant to join our squad and help us deliver top-tier care while keeping pet parents in the loop. What You’ll Be Doing: You’re basically the backbone of the clinic—no pressure 😌 but also… kinda true. Your day-to-day will include:

Requirements

You genuinely love animals and enjoy working with people
Strong communicator—you can explain things in a way that actually makes sense
Team player with a positive attitude (good vibes only ✨)
Detail-oriented and able to keep up in a fast-paced environment
You’re reliable, organized, and ready to jump in wherever needed

Nice To Haves

Previous veterinary experience is a big plus

Responsibilities

Helping pets feel safe and comfortable during visits (yes, even the spicy ones 🐱)
Supporting veterinarians and techs during exams, treatments, and procedures
Administering medications, prepping vaccines, and assisting with diagnostics like bloodwork, X-rays, and lab samples
Monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures to make sure they’re doing great
Keeping everything clean, organized, and running smoothly (because chaos is not the vibe)
Communicating clearly with pet parents—explaining care instructions, answering questions, and making sure they feel confident taking their pets home
Educating clients on things like nutrition, preventative care, meds, and post-visit care
Safely restraining animals when needed (with skill and compassion!)
Helping with intake, discharge, and overall clinic flow so everything stays efficient