Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Wilton Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant. This role is full-time, with a negotiable salary based on experience and a schedule of 4 days per week. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, client communication, and supporting a busy veterinary team. The hospital is passionate about providing the highest level of care to patients and exceptional service to clients, fostering a compassionate, team-oriented atmosphere. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning and making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
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
- Supplemental insurance 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
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
