Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan (401k)

Pet discount

Job summary

Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and staff. You will support surgeries, exams, and daily care to ensure high-quality treatment for our patients.

We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and a pet discount for staff. The role requires compassion, reliability, and a passion for animal care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Comfort with preparing examination rooms and maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records; communicate with pet owners about care and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, stocking supplies and ensuring a sanitary environment

Skills

Animal handling

Disinfection techniques

Medication administration

Laboratory support

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Petersen Pet Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect:
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off- Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO. Take the time you need to recharge
• 401(k) with a generous company We invest in your future while you care for our pets today.

Salary: From $14 an hour

Schedule: 36-40 hours per week, including every other Saturday

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical recordsCommunicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting preferred
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment preferred
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately preferred

About Petersen Pet Hospital
Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is a beautiful, progressive, 8 doctor small animal practice. We are AAHA Accredited, Fear Free, pocket pet friendly upscale practice with an old-fashioned ethic of kindness, quality and caring. Our doctors and team are dedicated to making a visit to our practice a low stress event for our patients and their owners and our client testimonials attest to our success. Led by Dr. Petersen, Dr. Saunders and Dr. McGinty, our veterinarians are well educated and experienced. Most of all, they simply love animals. They are backed by a skilled support team that is friendly and enthusiastic.