Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Grow with the Team

Veterinary Practice Partners; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure every animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us.

We offer benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and an employee pet discount, plus paid time off and holidays to help you balance work and life. Schedule is 36-40 hours per week with every other Saturday.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting preferred
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment preferred
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Disinfection

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment

Animal handling

Physical ability

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure every animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us.

We offer benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and an employee pet discount, plus paid time off and holidays to help you balance work and life. Schedule is 36-40 hours per week with every other Saturday.