Veterinary Assistant

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with a company match

Generous paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Mental health resources

Discounts on veterinary services and products

Job summary

Mill Brook Animal Clinic in Arlington, Massachusetts, is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant with at least 1 year of experience to provide exceptional patient care. The role includes maintaining medical records, preparing exam rooms, and engaging with pet owners. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and generous paid time off. Candidates must be team players, able to lift 50 pounds, and willing to work evenings.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant, surgical experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients.
• Keep accurate medical records.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms.
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss with clients.
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms.

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Mill Brook Animal Clinic is a 1.5‑doctor general practice located in Arlington, Massachusetts. We are a technician/assistant‑driven clinic that empowers our team to work to their maximum potential. We seek a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant with 1+ years of experience (surgical experience is a plus) who brings a positive attitude, strong communication skills, a passion for patient care, and a collaborative team mindset to a fun and diverse workplace.

Veterinary Assistant

Mill Brook Animal Clinic, Arlington, MA

$22.00–$27.00 per hour

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow‑up and home care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental health resources
• Company‑paid bonding leave or applicable state‑provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

Requirements

• Must be a team player and have compassion for pets and their people
• Ability to multi‑task
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be willing to work evenings
• High school diploma or equivalent

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Employment Requirements

Employment will require the successful completion of references and a background check. For Massachusetts applicants, this role does not require or administer a lie detector test, in compliance with state law.