Part-Time Veterinary Assistant: Surgery & Client Care

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Lyra Health therapy access

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join Newton Animal Hospital in Newton, MA. This part-time role supports veterinarians and licensed technicians, handling patient care from pre-op to post-op, and maintaining clean, organized exam and treatment rooms.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of animal care experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A high school diploma is required, with an AAS or higher preferred. 20–30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in animal husbandry.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; AAS or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and educate clients on medical procedures and next steps.
• Assist DVMs and LVTs with patients during pre-op, surgery, and post-op.
• Stock exam and treatment rooms with supplies and maintain sterile environments.
• Record patient history and maintain medical records in the information system.
• Dispense pharmaceuticals as required.
• Place and manage weekly inventory orders and process returns/damaged goods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS or higher preferred

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join Newton Animal Hospital in Newton, MA. This part-time role supports veterinarians and licensed technicians, handling patient care from pre-op to post-op, and maintaining clean, organized exam and treatment rooms.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of animal care experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A high school diploma is required, with an AAS or higher preferred. 20–30 hours per week.