Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Growth & Benefits

Seymour Veterinary Hospital; Seymour, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with contributions

Team member discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Seymour Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, including cleaning, feeding, restraining, and clerical work. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and client communication in a small, busy practice in Seymour, Connecticut.

Open to full-time or part-time candidates, with shifts from morning to evening. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and staff discounts. A passion for animals and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic veterinary assisting duties.
• Willingness to lift up to 50 lbs and handle animals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners and take vital signs.
• Triage patients and assist with treatments and medications.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications or restraints.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain hospital equipment and cleanliness.
• Fill prescriptions and document medication administration.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and insurance.

Skills

Animal care

Patient handling

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Seymour Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks, including cleaning, feeding, restraining, and clerical work. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and client communication in a small, busy practice in Seymour, Connecticut.

Open to full-time or part-time candidates, with shifts from morning to evening. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and staff discounts. A passion for animals and teamwork is essential.