Veterinary Assistant - Well Pets Veterinary Clinic and After Hours Urgent Care

About the role

Well Pets Veterinary Clinic and After Hours Urgent Care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing AAHA Accredited, 6-doctor practice. We are proud to offer both general practice and urgent care services, giving our team the opportunity to work with a wide variety of cases while continuing to grow their skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by taking pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

Requirements

• Previous veterinary assistant experience required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate patient care approach.
• Interest in continued learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation
• Health & Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Security: 401k retirement options, Life Insurance, Disability coverage
• Career Development: Educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs

Schedule

Candidates must be flexible and open to working days, evenings, and weekends.

Pay

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Skills

Software Used: Evet Practice Management Software

Benefits

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Company Information

Well Pets Veterinary Clinic and After Hours Urgent Care is part of the Mission Pet Health family, which provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization supports its 850+ hospital teams with comprehensive benefits and resources to help them succeed.

We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.