Veterinarian Assistant

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Plainville (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking a Seasonal Veterinary Assistant at Plainridge Park (Plainville, MA) to support the MGC Veterinary staff during racing operations. The position runs April through November with roughly five hours per day, 1-4 days per week, and involves on-site work at licensed racetrack facilities throughout the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities include assisting staff in the test barn, collecting urine samples for post-race testing, and maintaining a clean,

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with horses.

Responsibilities

• Assist MGC veterinary and administrative staff at racetrack facilities
• Maintain the test barn in a clean, professional manner
• Collect urine samples for post-race testing and ensure chain of custody

Skills

Horse experience

Job description

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Job Description - Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) (260000KD)

Job Description

Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) - ( 260000KD )

Description

The Racing Division of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to hire seasonal Veterinary Assistants. Reporting to the Test Barn Coordinator, this position provides seasonal services at licensed racetrack facilities within the Commonwealth and related duties as assigned. The anticipated dates of service are April through November.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• AssistingtheMGC veterinaryand administrativestaff at the Commonwealth’s licensed racetrack facilities (PlainridgePark).
• Maintainingthe test barn areaina clean and professional manner
• Collectingurine for post-race testing of racehorses, and following appropriate chain of custody procedures.

Key attributes of the successful candidate(s):

• Ability tostand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions
• Ability towork well in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and observational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material
• Contribute actively to a work environment that embraces diversity
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard
• Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers andcustomer, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism
• Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations

Knowledge and skills required:

• Previous experience working with horses

Knowledge and skills preferred:

• Previous experience in theMGC Racing Division orracetrack industry

Typical schedule is five hours per day, 1-4 days per week.

The successful candidate must pass an extensive background check conducted by the Massachusetts State Police. It includes a full credit check, CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), fingerprinting, drug test, reference checks, review of IRS Income Tax Transcripts for the last four years, and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Massachusetts Dept of Revenue (DOR).

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is responsible for the implementation of the expanded gaming law (Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011) and regulatory oversight of G.L. chapter 23K (casino gaming), chapter 23N (sports wagering), and chapter 128A (horse racing). Under these laws, the Commission is tasked with establishing a regulatory framework for the solicitation, licensing, taxation, and oversight of a maximum of three casino licenses and one slots parlor only license, the provision of in-person and digital sports wagering, and the live and simulcasting of horse racing in Massachusetts.

It is the policy of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Plainville - 301 Washington St

Job

Unclassified

Agency

Massachusetts Gaming Commission

Schedule

Day

Job Posting

Aug 5, 2026, 4:11:09 PM

Number of Openings

4

Salary

23.70 - 23.70 Hourly

If you have Diversity, Affiirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Kathleen Buckley - 6179798400

Bargaining Unit : 000-Unclassified

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No