Veterinary Assistant

Community Veterinary Partners; Brentwood (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO & holiday pay

Health, dental, vision

Paid parental leave

Mentorship and leadership development

RACE-approved CE platform

401K with employer match

Scrub allowance

Job summary

VESH – Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Brentwood, NH is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant for evening shifts and rotating Saturdays. You will support emergency and specialty patients, assist with exams, treatments, and procedures, and help maintain a calm, efficient hospital environment.

Ideal candidates have veterinary assistant or animal care experience and can stay composed under pressure while delivering compassionate care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred (emergency experience a plus).

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
• Safely handle and restrain patients, including those that may be critical or unstable
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes to the medical team
• Prepare, clean, and maintain treatment areas, cages, and equipment
• Support overall hospital flow and maintain a high standard of organization and patient care

Skills

Emergency veterinary experience

Job description

VESH – Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Location: 175 Route 125, Brentwood, NH 03833

Veterinary Assistant – Full- time (Evenings & Rotating Saturdays)

Schedule: Evening shifts + Rotating Saturdays

Pay Range: $18–22 per hour (based on experience)

Who We Are

VESH (Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital) is a fast-paced emergency and referral center dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care when pets and families need us most. Our team thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment where professionalism, teamwork, and patient advocacy guide everything we do.

About The Role

We are seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our evening team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a dynamic hospital environment, works well under pressure, and is passionate about supporting emergency and specialty patients during critical times.

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
• Safely handle and restrain patients, including those that may be critical or unstable
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes to the medical team
• Prepare, clean, and maintain treatment areas, cages, and equipment
• Support overall hospital flow and maintain a high standard of organization and patient care

What We’re Looking For

• Previous veterinary assistant or animal care experience preferred (emergency experience a plus)
• Availability for evening shifts and rotating Saturdays
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Dependable, compassionate, and eager to learn

Why Joining Our Community Is the Way to Go

VESH is proud to be part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) family — a growing network of locally led hospitals across 18 states. At CVP, we champion local leadership and clinical autonomy while providing the tools, training, and support our teams need to thrive. We’re building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered.

What Are the Benefits?

• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO and holiday pay
• Health, dental, vision, and 24/7 mental health support
• Paid parental leave
• Best-in-class onboarding, mentorship, and leadership development
• Free RACE-approved CE platform (including VA- and tech-specific content)
• 401K with employer match
• Scrub allowance