Veterinary Assistant

Ethos Discovery; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K + company match

Generous CE Allowance

Career development assistance

Onsite continuing education

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health’s Care Center Cincinnati is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Surgery to join our urgent and specialty hospital team. Based in Cincinnati, OH, this full-time role offers a varying schedule and hands-on surgical support under veterinarians and technicians.

Compensation ranges $20-$23 per hour, depending on experience, plus a $500 sign-on bonus. You will assist with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and patient prep, while delivering compassionate care and maintaining medical

Qualifications

• Positive, team-first attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative hospital environment.
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and focused in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Genuine passion for animal care and desire to grow veterinary skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for compassionate client service.
• High school diploma or GED; prior veterinary/clinical experience preferred but training available.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Monitor surgical and hospitalized patients, providing nursing support.
• Prepare patients for surgery with sterile technique and assist during procedures.
• Collect and prepare lab samples; maintain clean, organized treatment areas.
• Document patient treatments and observations in medical records in a timely manner.
• Educate clients with clear discharge and home-care instructions.
• Maintain a safe hospital environment and support team members.

Skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Willing to learn

Lift up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterinary Assistant, Surgery
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Schedule: Full Time | Varying Schedule | Weekdays Only
Compensation: $20-23/hr, Dependent On Experience

We are offering a $500 sign on bonus for this position!

Why join Care Center, Cincinnati

AtCare Center Cincinnati, you'll be part of a team that is passionate about strengthening the bond between pets and the people who love them. Our state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital is built on a foundation of compassion, teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence, where every team member plays an important role in delivering exceptional patient care. You'll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a collaborative environment that values open communication, continuous learning, and mutual support. Here, your skills and dedication will make a meaningful difference—not only for patients and their families, but also for the referring veterinary community we proudly serve. If you're looking for a purpose-driven career where you can grow, contribute, and truly belong, you'll find it at Care Center Cincinnati.

In Your Day-To-Day, You Will

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient exams, treatments, diagnostics, and medical procedures to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Monitor surgical and hospitalized patients, providing attentive nursing support and recognizing changes in patient condition.
• Prepare patients for surgery by performing surgical prep, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting the team throughout surgical procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples while ensuring surgical equipment and treatment areas are clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and fellow team members to ensure seamless patient care and continuity throughout each shift.
• Educate and support pet owners by providing compassionate updates and clear discharge and home-care instructions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and document patient treatments, observations, and communications in a timely manner.
• Help foster a clean, safe, and efficient hospital environment while always advocating for the health, comfort, and well-being of every patient.

What You Bring

• A positive, team-first attitude with the initiative to jump in, help where needed, and contribute to a collaborative hospital environment.
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and focused while working in a fast-paced, dynamic clinical setting.
• A genuine passion for animal care and a desire to learn, grow, and build your veterinary skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate care to patients and exceptional service to clients.
• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Previous veterinary, clinical, or animal handling experience is preferred, but not required—we're happy to train motivated individuals.
• The ability to safely lift up to 40 poundsunassisted and comfortably perform the physical responsibilities of the role.
• A dependable work ethic, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to support your teammates while delivering outstanding patient care.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance-Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, FSA, HSA
• 401K + company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms
• Generous CE Allowance
• Professional development assistance
• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing
• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms

At Care Center Cincinnati, no two days are the same. As one of the region's premier emergency and specialty hospitals, you'll care for a diverse caseload ranging from critical emergencies to complex referral cases, utilizing advanced diagnostics, specialized equipment, and cutting-edge treatment options. Our collaborative team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and highly skilled support staff work together to provide exceptional patient care around the clock. It's an environment where curiosity is encouraged, technical skills are continuously challenged, and every shift offers the opportunity to learn something new while making a meaningful impact.

Know Someone Amazing?
If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great RVT, send them our way!
[e-mail]—you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they’re hired.

Care Center Cincinnati is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, including:

• Blue Ash
• Montgomery
• Sharonville
• Mason
• Loveland
• Milford
• West Chester
• Fairfield
• Springdale
• Forest Park
• Cincinnati
• Madeira
• Indian Hill
• Kenwood
• Deer Park
• Reading
• Wyoming
• Glendale
• Evendale
• West Chester Township
• Mason
• Milford
• Loveland
• Florence, KY
• Erlanger, KY
• Edgewood, KY
• Crestview Hills, KY
• Fort Mitchell, KY
• Independence, KY
• Hebron, KY
• Bellevue, KY
• Dayton, KY

About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest
level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,
veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on
qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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