Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor • Wilton, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wilton Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant! We are passionate about providing the highest level of care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. We pride ourselves on our compassionate, team-oriented atmosphere and are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, communicating with clients, and supporting a busy veterinary team. If you’re motivated to keep learning and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, we’d love to meet you. Veterinary Assistants are an important part of the medical team. You’ll work alongside compassionate veterinary professionals who value collaboration, communication, and the role you play in helping every patient receive excellent care. You’ll also have opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills, grow your veterinary knowledge, and build meaningful relationships with clients and coworkers. It’s a supportive environment where learning is encouraged and teamwork matters.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or hospital setting preferred
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Confidence communicating with clients about patient care and preventive recommendations
• Dependability, professionalism, and a team-first attitude
• Willingness to learn and continue growing professionally
• Passion for animal care and client education

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care, handling, restraint, monitoring, and comfort
• Obtain patient histories and other relevant patient information
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Collect blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples as directed
• Perform basic diagnostic testing, including blood work and urinalysis, based on experience
• Prepare laboratory samples for analysis
• Prepare, clean, sanitize, and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas
• Clean and maintain medical equipment and supplies
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records and treatment documentation
• Provide exceptional customer service and help build positive client relationships
• Educate clients regarding patient care, treatment plans, medications, and preventive care
• Collaborate with doctors, technicians, assistants, and reception team members to maintain an efficient daily workflow
• Jump in wherever needed to support excellent patient and client care

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition support for veterinary technician licensing
• Referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous PTO
• Employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses
• Continuing education allowance
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program

What This Job Offers

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