Veterinary Assistant
Mission Pet Health
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Job summary
Mission Pet Health is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant for the Veterinary Urgent Care Center (VUCC) in Braintree, MA. You’ll work with a fast-paced team delivering essential care to sick and injured small animals, with opportunities to grow within a nationwide network.
Join a supportive culture focused on mentorship and career growth. The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, in-house diagnostics, and collaboration across departments, with a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive
Qualifications
- High school diploma required or equivalent.
- Ability to handle pets calmly in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and communication skills essential.
Responsibilities
- Safely restrain patients for exams and procedures.
- Clean and maintain treatment areas and surgical suites.
- Turn over and clean surgical suites; assist Veterinary Technicians with daily patient care.
- Run in-house bloodwork and other diagnostics.
- Set up rooms and procedures; prepare equipment and supplies.
- Answer phones and respond to emails; support patient care and recovery.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
- Ultrasound
At Veterinary Urgent Care Center in Braintree, MA, you will join a devoted team committed to immediate, high-quality care for small animals. Our mission is centered around providing compassionate attention when pets need it most, a commitment reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. We know that joining an urgent care environment requires dedication, which is why we foster a supportive culture where every teammate feels valued. This is your chance to specialize in critical and time-sensitive medicine in a community that recognizes excellence. We believe in creating an environment where you can do your best work and define your own career path. Because we are part of a larger network of veterinary hospitals, our teammates benefit from robust support systems designed for long-term growth. Whether you are interested in moving into a leadership role or seeking support to become a credentialed technician, comprehensive programs are in place to help you succeed. We prioritize mentorship and team stability, ensuring that you have the resources necessary to advance your skills and feel confident treating complex urgent cases. Working in urgent care means focusing entirely on advanced medical diagnostics and immediate treatments. While our facility concentrates on critical small animal cases, you are never without support. Our veterinarians have access to direct internal specialty consultations across various disciplines, ensuring that even the most complex cases receive expert review quickly. We invest in the technology and education required for you to consistently deliver high-quality medicine, allowing you to sharpen your clinical skills daily in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Braintree, Massachusetts, offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and urban access. Located just south of Boston, you are ideally positioned to enjoy New England living, whether you prefer exploring historic sites or spending time on the beautiful South Shore beaches. Braintree is known for its exceptional shopping and dining options, strong public transit links, and a community focus that makes it a great place to settle down. When you join the Veterinary Urgent Care Center, you gain access to a quality of life that supports professional satisfaction and personal fulfillment.
Love Emergency Medicine but Looking for Better Hours?
We provide same-day care for non-emergent illnesses and injuries while referring patients who need more intensive emergency or hospitalization services to the appropriate facility.
Location: 27 Commercial St., Braintree, MA 02184
Pay: $21 - $24/hour
Our Veterinary Assistants play an important role in keeping the hospital running smoothly and supporting the medical team. You’ll work with a steady flow of sick and injured patients while gaining exposure to a variety of cases.
- Safely restraining patients for exams and procedures
- Cleaning and maintaining treatment areas
- Turning over and cleaning surgical suites
- Assisting Veterinary Technicians with daily patient care
- Running in-house bloodwork and other diagnostics
- Setting up rooms and procedures
- Preparing equipment and supplies
- Answering phones and responding to emails
- Assisting with patient care and recovery
- Supporting the team wherever needed throughout the day
- Urgent care
- Wellness care
- Same-day surgery
- In-house diagnostics
- Digital radiology
- Ultrasound
- Dentistry, including cleanings, extractions, and dental radiographs
- Pharmacy services
- Euthanasia
- Acute illness and injury management
- Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
We are seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant. Specific shifts and weekend expectations will be discussed during the interview.
If you want to build your veterinary skills in a fast-paced environment without the intensity of a traditional 24/7 emergency hospital, VUCC could be a great fit. You’ll work alongside a team with experience in general practice, emergency medicine, critical care, and surgery, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow while supporting patients who need immediate care. Our hospital is also 100% paperless, using NEO software to keep patient records updated in real time.
- Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
- Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
- Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
- Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
- Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.
Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.
A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.
Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.
Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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