Fear-Free Vet Assistant - Full-Time, Flexible Schedule

Western Veterinary Partners; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Companion Pet Hospital in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional client and patient experiences across surgery, outpatient care, and exam room support.

We are Philadelphia's only Fear Free Certified Practice and the only clinic with both Fear Free and AAFP Cat Friendly Designation, reflecting our commitment to low-stress, patient-centered care and continual learning in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in veterinary assistant or related role.
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols.
• Surgical setup and assisting.
• Phlebotomy and SQ injections.
• Inpatient care and monitoring.
• Accurate medical record documentation.
• Client education and communication.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Radiology

Surgical setup

Phlebotomy

Inpatient care

Patient handling

Medical records

Client education

multitask

Job description

Companion Pet Hospital in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional client and patient experiences across surgery, outpatient care, and exam room support.

We are Philadelphia's only Fear Free Certified Practice and the only clinic with both Fear Free and AAFP Cat Friendly Designation, reflecting our commitment to low-stress, patient-centered care and continual learning in a collaborative environment.