Fear Free Vet Assistant—Surgical & Dental Support

Boston Veterinary Clinic (Wellesley); Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Discount

Teladoc

Job summary

Boston Veterinary Clinic – Wellesley, MA is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our two-doctor team. We are a Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly practice focused on high-quality care for dogs, cats, and exotics. You’ll support anesthesia, surgical/dental procedures, client communication, and daily clinic operations.

We value teamwork, ongoing learning, and a positive workplace culture, with regular check-ins and case discussions. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary medicine and animal care.
• Familiarity with anesthesia/sedation procedures is a plus.
• Comfort with surgical and dental support tasks.
• Strong client communication and teamwork.
• Open to Fear Free principles and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care as part of the medical team.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team to ensure smooth workflow.
• Create a positive client experience through scheduling and communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean hospital environment and assist with equipment upkeep.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Anesthesia/sedation

Surgical and dental support

Client communication

Fear Free handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy basics

Radiology basics

Job description

Boston Veterinary Clinic – Wellesley, MA is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our two-doctor team. We are a Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly practice focused on high-quality care for dogs, cats, and exotics. You’ll support anesthesia, surgical/dental procedures, client communication, and daily clinic operations.

We value teamwork, ongoing learning, and a positive workplace culture, with regular check-ins and case discussions. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.