Overnight Veterinary Assistant

Are you passionate about animal care, committed to exceptional client service, and eager to grow your veterinary skills? We are looking for a compassionate, motivated, and team-oriented veterinary assistant to join our full-service, AAHA-accredited small animal and exotic animal hospital.

This unique position offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team of seven veterinarians while gaining experience in both exam room assistance and overnight patient care. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy learning, and take pride in providing outstanding care to both pets and their families, we'd love to meet you.

About Our Hospital

Our hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality medicine, exceptional client service, and compassionate care throughout every stage of a pet's life. We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including:

• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Advanced anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical laser
• Therapeutic laser
• Endoscopy
• Small animal and exotic pet medicine
• Strong emphasis on preventative care, client education, and continuous medical advancement

Position Responsibilities

As an overnight veterinary assistant, you will work closely with our veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians during training to provide outstanding patient care and support the daily operations of the hospital. Responsibilities include:

• Obtain patient histories and assist during examinations
• Prepare exam rooms, treatments, and medical procedures
• Present treatment plans and discuss recommendations with clients
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccinations as directed
• Fill prescriptions accurately
• Educate clients on medications, nutrition, preventative care, and discharge instructions
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate patient updates
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges
• Complete medical invoicing and process client payments
• Perform patient follow-up communications
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Support teammates across departments to ensure efficient hospital operations

Overnight Responsibilities:

Training includes overnight patient care responsibilities, which are essential to maintaining the health and comfort of our hospitalized and boarding patients. Overnight duties include:

• Monitoring hospitalized and boarding patients
• Administering medications and treatments as directed
• Feeding patients and documenting appetite and activity
• Cleaning and disinfecting cages, kennels, and treatment areas
• Laundry and hospital housekeeping
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment
• Observing patients and promptly communicating concerns to the medical team

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is:

• Compassionate and patient-focused
• Friendly, professional, and customer-service oriented
• Motivated with a strong work ethic
• Dependable and detail-oriented
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with canines, felines, avians, reptiles, pocket pets, and other exotic species
• An excellent communicator who enjoys educating clients
• A collaborative team player willing to assist wherever needed
• Passionate about learning and continuing to develop veterinary skills

Why Join Our Team?

We believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people. Our veterinary assistants are valued members of the medical team and play an integral role in creating a positive experience for both our patients and their families.

We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where learning is encouraged, teamwork is celebrated, and every team member has the opportunity to grow professionally. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Animal Hospital: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person