Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Lansing Animal Hospital; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Professional growth

Supportive team

Positive environment

Job summary

Lansing Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves hands-on medicine and helping pets and families. You will support veterinarians and technicians across exams, treatments, diagnostics, and patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

You’ll educate clients, ensure stress-free visits, help with radiographs and lab samples, and maintain clean exam rooms while delivering compassionate care with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant is required.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinic.
• Reliable, professional, and compassionate toward pets and people.
• Fear Free handling knowledge or interest a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments, treatments, and procedures.
• Restrain patients safely and help reduce visit stress.
• Support patient care from check-in to discharge.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces.
• Assist with diagnostics including radiographs and labs.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide comfort care.
• Educate clients on medications and preventive care.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and organization.
• Support smooth clinic flow while multitasking.
• Bring compassion, teamwork, and good vibes to every shift.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Reliability

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Assistant Wanted!

Looking for a clinic where you can grow your skills, work with an amazing team, and make a real difference in the lives of pets every day? Keep reading

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about patient care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings positive energy to the team. If you love hands‑on medicine, helping pet parents feel supported, and working alongside people who genuinely care, this could be your perfect fit

This role is way more than just helping hold patients — you’ll be an important part of the medical team and play a huge role in keeping our clinic running smoothly while delivering top‑tier care.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians with appointments, treatments, and procedures
• Safely restraining patients and helping make visits as stress‑free as possible
• Supporting patient care from check‑in to discharge
• Preparing exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces
• Assisting with diagnostics including radiographs, lab samples, and patient monitoring
• Helping with hospitalized patient care, feeding, cleaning, walking, and comfort care
• Educating clients on medications, preventative care, and post‑treatment instructions
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the clinic
• Supporting smooth clinic flow while multitasking like a pro
• Bringing compassion, teamwork, and good vibes to every shift
• You’ll work with a supportive team that actually values assistants
• Opportunity to continue learning and growing your veterinary skills
• Fast‑paced environment where every day is different
• A clinic culture that’s collaborative, positive, and team‑focused
• Plenty of puppy and kitten moments to boost your serotonin
• Clients who truly love their pets and appreciate what we do

What We’re Looking For:

• Veterinary assistant experience required
• Passion for patient care and client education
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever neededAbility to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinic
• Reliability, professionalism, and compassion for both pets and people
• Fear Free handling knowledge or interest is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay + benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• A fun environment where your hard work is appreciated
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of pets and their families every day

If you’re ready to join a clinic that values teamwork, growth, and exceptional patient care, we’d love to meet you