Veterinary Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Previous veterinary, animal care, or customer service experience is a plus.
• Bring creative ideas, critical thinking, and a drive to do excellent work.
• Have a passion for pets and veterinary care.
• Have excellent listening and communication skills with clients and coworkers.
• Be willing to grow professionally and encourage others’ growth.
• Be comfortable with fast-moving workdays and occasional challenging animal handling situations.
• Have a positive, team-first attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary, animal care, or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients warmly and help visits get started smoothly.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and check clients in and out.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care, handling, and restraint.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, stocked, and ready.
• Communicate clearly with clients and the veterinary team.
• Help wherever needed, including at the front desk and in the treatment area, to keep the day running smoothly.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition support program
• Referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees
• 529 Savings Plan
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance for employees and eligible family members (full-time employees only)
• 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 the stated state paid-family-leave exception
• Sick time and paid time off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Discounts on pet services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Birthday celebrations and team lunches