Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus $500

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability

401k match

Paid time off

Pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Companion Pet Hospital in South Philadelphia seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support outpatient care and surgical services in a busy general practice. You will balance exam room duties, surgical support, and client communication at a moderate-to-high clinical level.

We value hands-on clinical experience, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to exceptional patient and client care. This is a full-time role with a 4x10 schedule, weekdays, no weekends or on-call, offering a

Responsibilities

• Split time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
• Perform radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and lab sample collection
• Assist with surgical setup and patient prep, monitoring and recovery
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Monitor inpatient care and support hospitalized patients throughout the day
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans, medications and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Build strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Job description

Companion Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery. We are seeking a versatile, skilled assistant who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — balancing exam room care, surgical support, and client communication at a moderate-to-high clinical level. We are looking for dependable, motivated candidates who bring hands-on clinical experience, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to exceptional patient and client care across all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities Include

• Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
• Performing radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and laboratory sample collection
• Assisting with surgical setup and patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Monitoring inpatient care and supporting hospitalized patients throughout the day
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $16.00 – $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked, based on skills and experience
• Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday. No weekends and no on-call requirements.

Full-time Benefits Package

• Bonus package: $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance
• Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience is required
• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Surgical setup and assisting
  • Phlebotomy and SQ injections
  • Inpatient care and monitoring
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

Why choose Companion Pet Hospital?

Companion Pet Hospital is a progressive, Fear Free certified small animal practice located in the heart of South Philadelphia. Established in 2009, the hospital has grown into a vibrant, 7-doctor team supported by experienced staff members dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care. We're continuing to grow — with some days featuring 2 to 4 doctors in appointments and another dedicated entirely to surgery. Our team is collaborative, diverse, and deeply committed to supporting each other's professional development alongside delivering exceptional medicine.

If you're looking for a practice where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your colleagues are genuinely invested in one another — Companion Pet Hospital is the place.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$16—$25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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