Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Our 5-doctor, small animal hospital is looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about quality medicine and making a positive impact on pets, clients, and the team. We focus on high-quality medicine and compassionate care for patients, clients, our community, and each other. From preventive medicine to routine illness care, surgeries, dental procedures, radiographs, and in-house lab work—we do it all with teamwork, empathy, and a smile.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and basic procedures
• Help prepare rooms, equipment, and patients for appointments and surgery
• Support technicians and DVMs during procedures and daily workflow
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment
• Assist with client communication, patient check-ins, and discharge support

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred (on-the-job training available for the right candidate)
• Comfortable assisting with animal handling, restraint, and basic patient care
• Willingness to learn clinical skills and support technicians and doctors
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work rotating Saturdays
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills
• Someone who shows up ready to help and contribute to a great culture

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay + monthly bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
• Annual scrub allowance
• Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA-specific content
• 401(k) with employer match
• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions
• Personal pet care discounts + pet insurance discounts
• Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network

Pay

$17-$19 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule

Full-time | Saturday rotation