Veterinary Assistant

Encore Vet Group; Concord Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Free virtual mental health for your 13

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins

CE allowance and paid CE time

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts for your pets

PTO, floating holidays, parental leave

Military leave

Employee Assistance Program

Encore Vet Group training library

401(k) with up to 5% match

Job summary

Big Creek Veterinary Hospital in Concord, OH is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant for a Full-Time role. You will support doctors and technicians in exams, surgeries, and lab work, while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout visits.

You’ll contribute to a well-organized, clean hospital and assist the front desk during high-volume periods. A 9-hour shift with rotating weekends is provided, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years veterinary experience required.
• Experience with patient restraint, lab testing, and procedure prep preferred.
• Organized, dependable and detail-oriented.
• Clear, kind communication with clients and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians during exams and treatments.
• Safely handle patients during exams and procedures.
• Obtain and process lab samples; ensure accurate results.
• Prep patients for procedures and monitor them, reporting changes promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital and assist front desk on busy days.

Skills

Veterinary experience (1-2 years)

Patient restraint

Lab testing

Procedure prep

Organization

Dependability

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Veterinary Assistant | Concord, OH

At Big Creek Veterinary Hospital, we know it takes a village to care for pets and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.

What You’ll Help Make Possible

• Smooth exams and treatments, with our doctors and technicians supported every step of the way
• Safe, calm handling for patients during exams and procedures
• Accurate lab results from blood, fecal, and urine samples
• Patients prepped for procedures and monitored closely, with any change reported quickly
• A clean, safe, efficient hospital that’s ready for every appointment
• A front desk that stays covered on busy days, because you’re willing to jump in

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting

Preferred

• Experience with patient restraint, lab testing, and procedure prep
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Clear, kind communication with clients and teammates

Schedule

• Full Time
• 9-hour shifts
• Rotating weekends
• No holiday shifts required

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $15.00 to $16.00 per hour, based on experience and role alignment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match