Veterinary Assistant

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital • Mount Laurel Township, NJ

80d

About The Position

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistants to join our Emergency and ICU departments. In this fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will support doctors and technicians in delivering exceptional care to critically ill and emergency patients, including dogs, cats, and exotic species. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong clinical interest and a desire to grow within a leading emergency and specialty hospital.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months experience as a veterinary assistant (waived if enrolled in a veterinary education program)
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with commonly used veterinary medications
• Comfortable working with cats, dogs, and exotic species

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors with examinations and procedures on emergency patients
• Support veterinary technicians with treatments and daily patient care
• Participate in diagnostics and care including lab work, physical exams, and administering medications
• Use IMPROMED to input charges and update patient medical records
• Set up and perform diagnostic radiographs
• Send out lab samples and perform in-house diagnostics using IDEXX/ABAXIS equipment
• Administer subcutaneous fluids and injections
• Perform blood draws and place IV catheters
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Continuing education (CE) allowance
• Generous PTO policy
• Career advancement pathways and mentorship opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive work culture
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and advanced technologies
• Flexible work schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees