Veterinary Assistant
Best Friends Animal Hospital and Pet Hotel, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly certified practice serving Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas. We combine high-quality veterinary care with a deluxe boarding experience and actively support local rescues.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our growing team. Whether you are an experienced veterinary professional or an assistant looking to develop your skills, we welcome your application. This position is available part-time or full-time.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM–2:30 PM (every other Saturday required)
- Sunday: Closed
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care to patients
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments, treatments, and procedures
- Perform patient care and monitoring
- Assist with laboratory diagnostics and other clinical tasks
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment
- Communicate professionally with clients and team members
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture
Requirements
- Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced veterinary assistant preferred
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting highly preferred
Benefits
- Competitive compensation: $15–22/hr based on experience and licensure
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
- Paid parental leave
- Purr-ental leave for pet adoption
- Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
- Expert advice, support, and network discounts for fertility and family planning
- Free continuing education courses
- Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
- Student loan support tools and assistance
Some benefits are available only to full-time team members working 30+ hours per week. Certain benefits may require waiting periods or length-of-service requirements.
Professional Development
- Access to a vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses
- ThriveULive: virtual interactive workshops to develop leadership skills
- Programs designed to teach fundamentals of running a pet hospital