Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Pet's Friend Animal Clinic is a busy, 7-doctor AAHA-accredited hospital looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys being hands-on, learning new skills, and working alongside a supportive team.

We're looking for someone who already has solid veterinary experience and wants to continue growing. If you enjoy surgery, hospitalized patients, appointments, and the variety that comes with a busy general practice, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

No two days are the same. You'll work alongside our doctors and technicians providing excellent patient care by:

• Assisting doctors during appointments and procedures
• Preparing patients for surgery and monitoring recovery
• Placing IV catheters (where permitted by experience and hospital policy)
• Collecting laboratory samples and running in-house diagnostics
• Administering medications and treatments
• Taking radiographs
• Assisting with anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Caring for hospitalized patients
• Helping with urgent care cases
• Keeping treatment and surgical areas clean, organized, and ready for the next patient
• Supporting teammates wherever help is needed

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years of veterinary assistant experience
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Surgical and anesthesia experience is a plus
• RVT students and experienced assistants are encouraged to apply

Why Pet's Friend?

We believe experienced assistants should be able to use the skills they've worked hard to develop.

You'll work alongside seven doctors who value teamwork, mentorship, and high-quality medicine. We see a wide variety of medical and surgical cases, giving you opportunities to continue learning every day.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet discount
• Supportive leadership that invests in your growth

If you're looking for a hospital where your skills will be appreciated and where you'll continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and come see why Pet's Friend Animal Clinic has become home for so many passionate veterinary professionals.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person