Part-Time Veterinary Assistant: Patient Care Pro

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $500 bonus

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Parking

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Hillside Small Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care, including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This versatile role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, multitasks efficiently, and communicates professionally while delivering compassionate support at every stage of the patient visit.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant or related role preferred.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred.
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Animal handling

Exam assistance

Vital signs

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Hillside Small Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care, including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This versatile role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, multitasks efficiently, and communicates professionally while delivering compassionate support at every stage of the patient visit.