Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Grow & Thrive

GoodVets; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Culture of empathy and collaboration

Job summary

GoodVets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team in Phoenix. You will support doctors and technicians, ensuring clean, well-stocked exam rooms and treatment areas while caring for in-patient and boarding animals.

Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, strong teamwork, and a proactive attitude to grow professionally in a fast-paced hospital environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting (preferred).
• A compassionate, team-first attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, kennels, and treatment areas.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Safely restrain animals for exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect and label samples for diagnostic testing.
• Prepare surgical and exam rooms, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Observe and report signs of illness, distress, or abnormal behavior.
• Keep exam and treatment areas fully stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist with medication dispensing and ensure accurate patient records.
• Support technicians in prepping patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostics.
• Stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work safely around anesthesia, radiation, and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

Skills

Animal care experience

Team player

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Willing to learn

Job description

GoodVets is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team in Phoenix. You will support doctors and technicians, ensuring clean, well-stocked exam rooms and treatment areas while caring for in-patient and boarding animals.

Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, strong teamwork, and a proactive attitude to grow professionally in a fast-paced hospital environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.