Part -Time Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Marlborough Veterinary Clinic is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to support daily hospital operations and help provide patient care and client service. The role works closely with veterinarians and technicians, as well as neighboring Pieper Veterinary hospitals and the Specialty & Emergency team in Middletown. The assistant helps patients feel comfortable, supports treatments and examinations, and assists the veterinary team throughout the day in a collaborative general-practice setting. The schedule is Thursday and Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with every Saturday required. Pay is $17.00–$19.00 per hour, based on experience. The clinic describes its environment as supportive and team-oriented, with training, mentorship, continuing education, and career-growth opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of Veterinary Assistant or veterinary hospital experience.
- Experience handling and restraining animals safely and confidently.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative throughout the day.
- Strong communication and client service skills.
- Ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Availability to work every Saturday.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a general-practice veterinary hospital.
- Experience assisting with patient treatments and examinations.
- Experience supporting Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians during procedures.
- Familiarity with EzyVet or similar veterinary practice management software.
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology.
- Experience maintaining treatment and examination areas.
- Interest in continuing education and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and examinations.
- Help patients feel comfortable during visits and assist the veterinary team throughout the day.
- Support client interactions and provide client service.
- Handle and restrain animals safely and confidently.
- Take initiative and work independently throughout the day.
- Assist with patient treatments and examinations and support veterinarians and technicians during procedures.
- Maintain treatment and examination areas.
- Multitask in a busy clinical environment while maintaining attention to detail and organization.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with strong employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Annual uniform allowance.
- Employee pet care discount.
- Mental health focused services.
- Career growth and training opportunities.
- Team member benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
