Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians and client services in providing top-notch care. You will help with exams, treatments, restraining animals, and routine diagnostics while maintaining clean, organized hospital spaces.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate patient handling, and excellent client communication. NVA offers a broad benefits program and a collaborative culture across many locations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous veterinary or animal-care experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be a dependable, motivated self-starter.
• Able to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates respectfully with coworkers and clients.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can remain calm and compassionate when animals are frightened, stressed, ill, or in pain.
• Willing to learn and accept coaching and feedback.
• Committed to providing excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care and treatments.
• Safely handle and restrain animals for examinations, blood draws, nail trims, and other procedures.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and assist with postoperative care.
• Administer medications under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician.
• Assist with routine diagnostic testing, including radiographs, bloodwork, and fecal testing.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, examination rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces.
• Feed, walk, bathe, and provide general care for hospitalized and boarding animals.
• Maintain, organize and stock medical supplies and inventory.
• Answer phones and assist with scheduling and client questions.
• Help educate and support clients in caring for their pets.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the hospital team.
• Perform other duties as needed to support patient care and hospital operations.

Skills

Animal care

Team player

multitasking

Communication

Compassion

Job description

The Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role in supporting our entire hospital team. This position works closely with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, client service representatives, and other team members to provide exceptional care to our patients and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care and treatments

Safely handle and restrain animals for examinations, blood draws, nail trims, and other procedures

Monitor hospitalized patients and assist with postoperative care

Administer medications under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician

Assist with routine diagnostic testing, including radiographs, bloodwork, and fecal testing

Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment

Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, examination rooms, treatment areas, and other hospital spaces

Feed, walk, bathe, and provide general care for hospitalized and boarding animals

Maintain, organize, and stock medical supplies and inventory

Answer phones and assist with scheduling and client questions

Help educate and support clients in caring for their pets

Communicate effectively with all members of the hospital team

Perform other duties as needed to support patient care and hospital operations

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old

Previous veterinary or animal-care experience is preferred but not required

Must be a dependable, motivated self-starter

Able to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced environment

Works well as part of a team and communicates respectfully with coworkers and clients

Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can remain calm and compassionate when animals are frightened, stressed, ill, or in pain

Willing to learn and accept coaching and feedback

Committed to providing excellent patient and client care

Physical Requirements

Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds independently

Able to assist other team members with lifting animals weighing more than 40 pounds

Able to safely restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments

Able to walk or stand for extended periods

Able to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and work in a squatting position

Comfortable working in an environment that may involve animal hair, odors, bodily fluids, noise, and cleaning chemicals

If you are passionate about animals and interested in joining a compassionate, hardworking team of animal advocates, our hospital may be the perfect fit for you. We are looking for someone who is dependable, eager to learn, and committed to helping both pets and the people who love them.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• - We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• - We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• - All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• - There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.