Lancaster Veterinary Specialties - Veterinary Assistant

Lancaster Veterinary Specialties; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lancaster Veterinary Specialties (LVS) in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our multi-specialty referral hospital. You will work with seasoned clinicians in a busy environment, assisting with patient care and daily procedures.

We welcome experienced professionals and those eager to grow in specialty medicine. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and delivering high-quality care to pets and clients.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience preferred.
• Strong animal restraint and handling skills.
• Dependable with consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Self-motivated, able to work without constant direction.
• Ability to adapt priorities in a busy hospital environment.
• Professional communication with coworkers, doctors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and specialists with patient care.
• Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats.
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for procedures.
• Assist with in-house laboratory testing and sample prep.
• Clean, package, and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Maintain clean treatment and patient areas.
• Stock supplies and organize workspaces.
• Support patient flow and assist client service team when needed.
• Anticipate needs and help keep the day moving smoothly.

Skills

Strong animal restraint

Dependable and punctual

Teamwork and collaboration

Self-motivated and proactive

Ability to multitask

Professional communication

Job description

Lancaster Veterinary Specialties - Veterinary Assistant

Lancaster Veterinary Specialties (LVS), located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a thriving multi-specialty referral hospital founded in2018. Since our opening, we have been committed to delivering advanced specialty care with a personal, compassionate touch.

Our highly trained team of board-certified doctors provide a comprehensive range of specialty services, including cardiology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, oncology, radiology, and surgery. We partner closely with referring veterinarians throughout the region and beyond, striving to create a seamless, world-class referral experience for both clients and their pets.

At LVS, we combine cutting-edge medicine with a collaborative, supportive culture. We welcome both experienced veterinary professionals and those eager to grow into specialty medicine — especially individuals who value teamwork, professionalism, and high-quality patient care.

Part Time Veterinary Assistant | Lancaster Veterinary Specialties | Lancaster, PA

Lancaster Veterinary Specialties is looking for an experienced, dependable, and motivated Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

We are a small, close-knit specialty hospital providing Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, and Ophthalmology services. Our days can be busy and priorities can change quickly, so we are looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, takes initiative, and is comfortable jumping in wherever help is needed.

This is a great opportunity for someone with veterinary hospital experience who wants to continue learning and gain exposure to specialty medicine while working alongside experienced veterinary technicians and specialists.

What we're looking for:

• At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience required
• Strong animal restraint and handling skills
• Dependable and punctual with a consistent attendance record
• Self-motivated and able to recognize what needs to be done without always waiting for direction
• Able to work with a sense of urgency and adjust priorities throughout the day
• Comfortable receiving direction from multiple team members in a busy hospital environment
• Positive and professional communication with coworkers, doctors, and clients
• Willing to jump in and help wherever needed
• Able to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
• Someone who genuinely enjoys being part of a team and contributing to a positive work environment

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting veterinary technicians and specialists with patient care
• Safe restraint and handling of dogs and cats
• Preparing patients and treatment areas for procedures
• Assisting with in-house laboratory testing and sample preparation
• Cleaning, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instruments
• Cleaning and maintaining treatment and patient areas
• Stocking supplies and keeping work areas organized
• Assisting with patient flow throughout the hospital
• Helping the client service team when needed
• Anticipating what needs to be done next and helping the team keep the day moving efficiently

Schedule:

This is a part-time position averaging approximately 2-3 shifts per week. Shifts are primarily daytime into early evening.

Compensation:

$16–$20/hour, depending on veterinary experience and skill level.

Why LVS?

We are a smaller specialty hospital where every team member plays an important role. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with specialists and experienced technicians, learn more advanced veterinary medicine, and be part of a team where people truly help one another.

We are looking for someone who comes to work ready to contribute, stays engaged throughout the day, communicates well, and takes pride in being someone their teammates can count on.

If you're dependable, proactive, eager to learn, and enjoy a fast-paced environment where teamwork matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.

As set forth in Lancaster Veterinary Specialties’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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