Part-Time Veterinary Assistant - Ferguson Animal Hospital

Petvet-Care-Centers; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of Care

Career mobility and development

Collaborative environment

Local autonomy with national support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Ferguson Animal Hospital in North Providence, Rhode Island, is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to support our busy team. You will assist with exams, restraining animals, invoicing, and client communication to ensure comfort for our patients and smooth hospital operations.

The ideal candidate has a friendly, professional demeanor, excellent communication, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Handle administrative duties such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare per doctor's instructions

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patient and caring personality

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school diploma

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Ferguson Animal Hospitalis currently seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to add to our amazing team. You will play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility.The ideal candidate should work well in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent customer service skills, and be a team player. Experience in basic exam room procedures like restraint, preparing medications and invoicing is preferred.

Ferguson Animal Hospital in North Providence, Rhode Island, is a busy 6 doctor full service veterinary hospital that has been providing compassionate care tofamilies and their beloved pets for over 85 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Handle administrative duties such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare per doctor's instructions

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient and caring personality
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift upto 50 lbs)
• Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
• High school diploma

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program
• Experience in basic exam room procedures like restraint, preparing medications and invoicing is preferred.

Schedule

• Will need to commit to every other Saturday but can work with candidate on which day, they are available for an evening shift
• Hours based on hospital needs but will include at least one evening shift (10AM-7PM) and every other Saturday (8AM-2PM)

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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