Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Quality Veterinary Care; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental

401k & matching program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Quality Veterinary Care in North Reading, MA seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support hospital care, triage, imaging, anesthesia, and client communication. You will help with medications, nursing care, and lab sample processing, while maintaining clinical records and contributing to a collaborative team.

The role requires at least 2 years of veterinary assistant experience, reliable weekend availability, and a commitment to compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Punctual and reliable in scheduled shifts.
• Availability to work some weekend shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in sample collection, histories, lab tests and radiographs; anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.
• Self-starter eager to advance knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals safely and with low stress.
• Triage incoming patients and collect/analyze lab samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and support medical/hospital care.
• Administer medications and assist in surgery.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients.
• Prepare and assist with surgical procedures; manage anesthesia.
• Maintain medical records and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Punctuality

Weekend flexibility

Client communication

Animal restraint techniques

Team player

Multitasking

Medical history & lab processing

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications: Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 2-years experience required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Availability to work some weekend shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $15 - $20/hr depending on level of experience

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/