The Veterinary Assistant supports daily animal care and clinic operations, helping create a calm, organized experience for animals, clients, and the veterinary team. This hands-on role combines attentive care, practical assistance, and explicit communication to keep appointments and routine tasks moving smoothly.
Responsibilities
Assist with animal handling and routine care, following direction from veterinary staff and treating each animal gently.
Prepare examination areas and equipment, maintain clean workspaces, and restock supplies as needed.
Support the team during appointments by helping keep animals comfortable and ensuring staff have the materials they need.
Record relevant observations accurately and communicate updates to the appropriate team members.
Your impact:
Reliable assistance helps the veterinary team focus on timely, attentive care.
Experience
Required: Practical animal-care support, careful observation, transparent communication, and accurate recordkeeping help you carry out daily duties and share helpful updates with the team. Preferred: Laboratory experience is an advantage, along with familiarity with clinic routines, equipment preparation, or supporting veterinary staff during appointments.
Pay: $18.50-$23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Vision care