Veterinary Assistant

Mission Veterinary Partners; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a family-oriented team at Mission Veterinary Partners as a part-time Veterinary Assistant! This role involves hands-on care for animals, supporting veterinarians in a dynamic environment while fostering mentorship and growth. With a starting wage of $14/hour, you will thrive in a culture dedicated to quality veterinary care.

Benefits

Positive team culture

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to handle animals and communicate effectively with clients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in noisy environments.
• Fluency in written and verbal skills for interacting with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians and Technicians in their duties.
• Prepare animals for exams and surgeries.
• Administer medications under supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Fluency in communication

Job description

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Overview

Overview

Now Hiring: Part-Time Veterinary Assistant at Roscommon Veterinary Clinic

roscommonveterinaryclinic.com

Location: 116 Lake St., Roscommon, MI 48653

Are you a motivated Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment?

Do you enjoy working with a varied caseload and view emergent care as an opportunity to learn and grow? At Roscommon Veterinary Clinic, we’re looking for someone just like you to join our family-oriented, progressive team.

Why Work With Us?

• Positive, supportive team culture
• AAHA-accredited - Committed to the highest standards in veterinary care
• Work alongside a Boarded Surgeon and Ultrasonographer
• Learn and grow in a highly collaborative, general practice environment
  
  

Shift Details

• Part-time: 16-24 hours per week (based on clinic needs)
• Opportunity for full-time hours starting in the fall
  
  

Compensation

• Starting at $14/hour
• Increases based on experience and skill level
  
  

We believe in mentorship, collaboration, and helping each team member thrive. If you're ready to contribute to a clinic that values growth, gold-standard medicine, and a team-first mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
• The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
• The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
• The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
• The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
• The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
• The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
• The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
  
  

Qualifications

Physical demands and work environment

• The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
  
  

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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