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Veterinary Assistant (Entry-Level)

NVA General Practice · Scottsdale, AZ · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$16–$16.5/hrFull-time

About the role

We are looking for a reliable, hard-working entry-level Veterinary Assistant to keep our hospital running smoothly. This is a physically demanding role where your primary superpower will be maintaining a spotless, stocked environment and assisting the medical team.

Responsibilities

  • Scrub and Sanitize: Clean kennels, exam rooms, surgery suites, and floors to medical-grade standards.
  • Sterile Pack Prep: Clean, wrap and sterilize surgical instruments and gowns for surgery.
  • Stock Supplies: Keep syringes, gauze, pet food, and cleaning agents fully loaded across the clinic.
  • Launder Duty: Wash, dry, and fold endless mountains of towels and pet blankets.
  • Team Support: Jump in to help Vet Techs and DVMs restrain pets safely during exams, radiographs or quick procedures.

Who You Are

  • A Go-Getter: You take pride in ownership and actively look for ways to help before being asked.
  • Resilient: Loud barking, strong odors, and heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) doesn’t faze you.
  • Eager to Learn: You genuinely want a foot in the door of the veterinary field.
  • Big-Picture Thinker: You recognize that your cleanup work forms the literal foundation of safe medical care.

Benefits & Perks

  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Eligible for participation in our health, dental, and vision plans and 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation benefits, paid sick leave and uniform allowance

Pay

$16.00-$16.50/hour

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:45am-6pm

Application

If you are ready to hustle, clean, and learn, apply now with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

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