Veterinary Assistant

About the role

This is a busy, hands-on role where you'll stay moving and learning. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll assist technicians and veterinarians during exams and procedures, safely restrain patients, prepare exam rooms, instruments, and surgical areas, help with basic lab work and patient care tasks, clean and maintain equipment and clinic spaces, and support patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians and veterinarians during exams and procedures
• Safely restrain patients and keep them as stress-free as possible
• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, and surgical areas
• Help with basic lab work and patient care tasks
• Clean and maintain equipment and clinic spaces (yes, it matters)
• Support patient flow so appointments stay on track
• Communicate with team members to keep things running smoothly
• Jump in wherever needed—because teamwork is everything here

Requirements

• Previous veterinary or animal handling experience preferred
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic—you don’t wait to be told what to do
• Able to stay organized and multitask
• Calm, confident handling of animals (even the nervous ones)
• Positive attitude and team-player mindset
• Interest in growing in veterinary medicine (big plus)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Veterinary Assistant (VAAI) or equivalent

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and move patients

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off + holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• A supportive team that values what you bring—even as an assistant
• Real exposure to veterinary medicine (not just the basics)

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate patient needs.