Compassionate Vet Assistant: Growth, Benefits, Team

Vetcor; Burlington (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth retirement savings

Flexible spending options

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, &  

Paid time off

Employee pet care benefits

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Winsted Hospital for Animals is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This full-time position offers opportunities to work directly with animals while supporting exceptional veterinary medicine and a collaborative hospital culture where patient care always comes first.

Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant or have strong animal handling experience and a desire to learn, you’ll find a supportive team committed to helping you succeed.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred.
• Animal handling experience with a strong desire to learn will also be considered.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependability and strong attention to detail.
• A positive, collaborative attitude.
• A genuine passion for patient care and client service.
• The ability to safely lift and restrain animals of various sizes.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during wellness, illness, and surgical appointments
• Obtain patient histories and document medical information accurately
• Safely restrain patients during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
• Assist with patient treatments, nursing care, and diagnostic procedures
• Support laboratory testing and sample collection
• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Clean, organize, and stock hospital areas and treatment spaces
• Provide compassionate client communication and education
• Help maintain an efficient daily workflow throughout the hospital

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Multitasking

Dependability

Teamwork

Job description

Winsted Hospital for Animals is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This full-time position offers opportunities to work directly with animals while supporting exceptional veterinary medicine and a collaborative hospital culture where patient care always comes first.

Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant or have strong animal handling experience and a desire to learn, you’ll find a supportive team committed to helping you succeed.