Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Urgent Care Team

Rossmoyne Animal Emergency Trauma Center; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team member pet discounts

Emotional wellbeing support (Calm app,

Job summary

Rossmoyne Animal Hospital & Urgent Care Center in Mechanicsburg, PA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, patient care, and clerical duties. The hospital operates seven days a week from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM to ensure timely care for pets in need.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and basic emergency medicine experience, with preferred candidates having veterinary technician experience and 2+ years in the field.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic emergency medicine experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and greet owners.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with treatments and medication administration.
• Prepare and sanitize surgery suites; maintain equipment and records.
• Monitor patients, take vital signs, and support during exams and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of hospital environment.

Skills

Basic emergency medicine

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rossmoyne Animal Hospital & Urgent Care Center in Mechanicsburg, PA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, patient care, and clerical duties. The hospital operates seven days a week from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM to ensure timely care for pets in need.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and basic emergency medicine experience, with preferred candidates having veterinary technician experience and 2+ years in the field.