Veterinary Assistant

Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital, PA; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

CE allowance and paid CE time

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe in Monroe, MI is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our caring team. You’ll prep patients for procedures, assist with exams, and support the front desk during busy periods, contributing to a calm, efficient clinic environment.

We value animal lovers with 1–2 years of veterinary experience, flexible 10-hour day shifts, and a team-focused attitude. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
• Availability for 10-hour day shifts, including occasional weekends

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams and treatments alongside doctors and technicians
• Calmly restrain patients during exams and procedures
• Assist with lab work and sample handling (blood, fecal, urine)
• Prepare patients for procedures and monitor during recovery
• Support front desk tasks during busy periods

Skills

Animal handling

Patient restraint

Front desk support

Job description

Veterinary Assistant | Chester, VA

On any given day, you might prep a patient for a dental, hold a nervous cat steady for a blood draw, and step up to help the front desk when the phones get busy. And every so often, we close a little early just so our team can spend time together outside the clinic. Many of us grew up right here in Monroe, and we like working with each other. At Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe, we’re hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join that team.

About the Practice

We’re a full-service animal hospital serving the pets of Monroe, MI and beyond. Our team brings over 80 years of combined experience, and we use advanced, reliable diagnostic tools to fully understand each patient’s health. We’re lifelong animal lovers, and we care about the bond people share with their pets. We protect that bond through quality veterinary medicine and respectful service, so every pet can live its best life.

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
• Availability for 10-hour day shifts, including occasional weekends

Preferred:

• Experience with patient restraint, lab testing, and procedure prep
• Comfortable helping with front desk tasks like phones, scheduling, and check-in when needed
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Clear, kind communication with clients and teammates

Schedule

• Full-time, Day shift
• 10-hour shifts
• Occasional weekends
• No holiday shifts required

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $17.00 to $18.00 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

Check us out: www.suburbananimalclinicofmonroe.com

Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com