Experienced Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Imaging

Lowell Road Veterinary Center; Hudson, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Lowell Road Veterinary Center in Hudson, NH is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our multi-doctor team. You will support veterinarians, technicians, and clients with a mix of clinical tasks, patient handling, and effective communication. Weekend shifts may be required. Excellent teamwork and a willingness to learn are essential.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant (required).
• Confidence in restraint, lab work, and assisting with procedures.
• Weekend availability (some shifts).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong multitasking ability and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with preventative care, surgical support, and clinic flow.
• Bonus: Proficient in lab processing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring.
• A team-player mentality and willingness to support wherever needed.
• A self-starter attitude with a desire to keep learning and growing.
• Receptiveness to constructive feedback and dedication to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively restraining pets using low-stress techniques
• Triage and intake of incoming patients
• Collecting and processing lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)
• Assisting with radiographs and diagnostic imaging
• Administering medications and monitoring patients
• Supporting nursing care for hospitalized and medical cases
• Preparing patients and instruments for surgery; assisting in procedures
• Monitoring patients under anesthesia
• Communicating treatment plans and updates to clients with compassion and clarity
• Must be comfortable with exposure to strong odors, loud noises, animal waste, bites, scratches, and potentially contagious conditions

Skills

Pet restraint

Lab work

Client communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Radiography

Laboratory equipment

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Lowell Road Veterinary Center in Hudson, NH is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our multi-doctor team. You will support veterinarians, technicians, and clients with a mix of clinical tasks, patient handling, and effective communication. Weekend shifts may be required. Excellent teamwork and a willingness to learn are essential.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and professional development opportunities.