Compassionate Veterinary Assistant – Growth & Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) with match

Referral bonus

Continuing education

Job summary

Londonderry Animal Hospital in Middletown, PA is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, skilled technicians, and support staff in delivering compassionate care. This full-time role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and a pet discount, plus 401(k) matching; training and CE opportunities are available.

You will assist with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, help restrain animals, prepare rooms, collect samples, dispense meds under

Qualifications

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

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

Experience with animals

Technical knowledge

Physical fitness

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Londonderry Animal Hospital in Middletown, PA is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, skilled technicians, and support staff in delivering compassionate care. This full-time role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and a pet discount, plus 401(k) matching; training and CE opportunities are available.

You will assist with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, help restrain animals, prepare rooms, collect samples, dispense meds under