Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Fairmont Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgical procedures, including patient prep, setup, and recovery
• Performing radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and laboratory sample collection
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Performing dental prophylaxis and advanced dentistry, including extractions where permitted by law
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Requirements

• 3+ years of veterinary assistant or related clinical experience preferred
• Training considered for the right candidate
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic is required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Caregiving, professional client communication
• Accurate medical record keeping and treatment documentation
• Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a high-paced clinical environment
• Radiology
• Surgical setup and assisting
• Phlebotomy and SQ injections
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Dental prophylaxis and advanced dental procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Current CPR certification

Skills

• Caregiving
• Professional client communication
• Accurate medical record keeping and treatment documentation
• Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a high-paced clinical environment
• Radiology
• Surgical setup and assisting
• Phlebotomy and SQ injections
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Dental prophylaxis and advanced dental procedures

Benefits

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Pay

Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour, for each hour worked

Schedule and compensation

• This is a full-time or part-time position with a flexible schedule, Monday-Friday, with one Saturday (7:30 AM - 1:00 PM) every 46 weeks and an occasional Sunday rotation once every 3 months if inpatient care is required. No on-call or emergency hours.

Full-time Benefits Package

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set

• 3+ years of veterinary assistant or related clinical experience preferred
• Training considered for the right candidate
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic is required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Caregiving, professional client communication
• Accurate medical record keeping and treatment documentation
• Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a high-paced clinical environment
• Radiology
• Surgical setup and assisting
• Phlebotomy and SQ injections
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Dental prophylaxis and advanced dental procedures