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Veterinary Patient Care Assistant

Vetcor•East Canton, OH

About The Position

Red Star Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Patient Care Assistant for its established, five-doctor veterinary practice. The role supports daily clinic operations by keeping the clinic clean, organized, and ready for patients and clients, and by helping ensure patient comfort. The clinic has a supportive, team-oriented culture and offers mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities to take on new responsibilities as skills develop. The caseload includes multiple species, including equine patients. The position has a four-day workweek with rotating Saturday shifts. The clinic describes scheduling as predictable and offers flexibility when life happens. Compensation is based on experience and skill set. Previous veterinary experience is helpful but not required.

Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean, well-run clinic.
  • Willingness to tackle varied tasks, including cleaning kennels and horse stalls.
  • Comfort assisting with animal handling and restraint, or willingness to learn.
  • Clear, compassionate communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, stay organized, and adapt as priorities shift.
  • Dependability and commitment to completing daily tasks.
  • Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to an unspecified weight.
  • Availability for rotating Saturday shifts.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

  • Clean and maintain kennels, runs, and patient areas to a high standard.
  • Help maintain horse stalls and care areas for equine patients.
  • Assist doctors and technicians with safe, gentle patient handling and restraint when needed.
  • Keep the clinic organized and clean throughout the day.
  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and coworkers.
  • Prioritize daily tasks and take initiative to complete work without waiting to be asked.
  • Pitch in wherever needed as daily priorities change.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and skill set.
  • 401(k) matching and a Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
  • 529 Savings Plan.
  • Tuition support.
  • Referral bonus program.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
  • Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance, for full-time employees.
  • Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service, subject to stated exclusions where state paid family leave programs apply.
  • Sick time and 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.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Continuing education allowance.
  • Uniform allowance.
  • Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Employee discount program.
  • Four-day workweeks with rotating Saturdays.

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