Veterinary Assistant

C. C. Veterinary Hospital • Columbia City, IN

20d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a chill, reliable, high-energy Veterinary Assistant to join our squad and help us keep pets happy and healthy. This role involves interacting with pet parents, assisting veterinarians and technicians with treatments and patient care, maintaining a clean and organized clinic environment, and providing care and attention to pets. Teamwork and a positive attitude are essential.

Requirements

• Genuine care for animals.
• Good communication skills and ability to explain things clearly.
• Positive attitude.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a veterinary clinic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player mentality.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to safely restrain pets during exams.
• Assisting with lab work (blood, samples, etc.).
• Preparing exam rooms and surgical areas.
• Handling basic grooming tasks like nail trims.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Comforting nervous pets and their owners.
• Experience working in a fear-free clinic.

Responsibilities

• Chatting with pet parents and explaining pet care in an understandable way.
• Assisting vets and techs with treatments, medications, and patient care.
• Maintaining a clean, stocked, and organized clinic environment.
• Providing care and attention to pets.
• Assisting wherever needed to support the team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Benefits starting day one of employment.
• Opportunity to work in a fear-free clinic.
• Supportive team environment with no drama.
• Growth opportunities in veterinary medicine.
• Fun workplace with many animal patients.

What This Job Offers

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