Veterinary Assistant

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Franklin Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our small-animal practice in Franklin, Massachusetts. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and a commitment to collaborative medicine.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of veterinary experience and enjoys a teamwork-driven environment. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $21 to $25 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Experience monitoring anesthesia is required.
• Dependable, adaptable, and confident.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments.
• Provide patient restraint and nursing care support.
• Prepare and clean treatment and surgical areas.
• Communicate and educate clients about their pets.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Surgery interest

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Franklin Veterinary Clinic is looking to add an experienced Veterinary Assistant to our collaborative and fast‑paced small‑animal practice in Franklin, Massachusetts.

We pride ourselves on a strong, supportive team culture built around our core values: compassion, communication, community, dependability, and dedication. These values guide how we care for our patients, support our clients, and work together as a team every day.

What Makes This Team Different

• Highly collaborative doctors and support staff
• Team‑oriented environment where staff support the entire hospital workflow
• Daily rounds and regular case discussions
• Strong emphasis on communication and teamwork
• Opportunities to continue developing technical and patient care skills
• High level of technician and assistant involvement in patient care
• Positive, relationship‑focused culture with strong staff engagement

This Role Could Be a Great Fit For Someone Who

• Already has veterinary assistant experience and wants to continue growing
• Enjoys busy GP workflow and multitasking
• Communicates well with both clients and teammates
• Appreciates collaborative medicine and team‑based care
• Is confident, dependable, and adaptable
• Has an interest in surgery, dentistry, or anesthesia and wants additional exposure
• Values relationship‑building with both patients and clients

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with appointments and patient care
• Patient restraint and nursing care support
• Prepare and clean treatment and surgical areas
• Assist with laboratory work, radiographs, and patient treatments
• Client communication and education
• Maintain accurate records and support hospital workflow
• Help maintain an efficient, positive, and team‑oriented environment

Schedule & Workflow

• 4‑day work week structure
• Set schedules
• Rotating every‑other Saturday schedule
• Daily lunch/catch‑up and rounds built into the schedule
• Collaborative team environment with strong communication throughout the day

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $21‑$25/hour, based on credentialing, technical skill set, and relevant veterinary experience.

• Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 4% after 6 months of service
• Generous paid time off
• Mental health resources
• Company‑paid bonding leave
• Pet care discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet diagnostic discounts on reference lab testing
• Pet food discounts on Purina pet foods
• Pet insurance discounts available with our preferred vendor

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in a veterinary hospital
• Must have experience monitoring anesthesia
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Employment requires successful completion of references and background check

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.

Learn more about the hospital at http://www.franklinvetclinic.com/ or visit our careers page at https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/.