Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Newark (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This full-time role involves providing exceptional patient care, assisting during exams, and managing treatment plans while ensuring a smooth workflow. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of veterinary experience and a passion for client engagement. Enjoy a supportive work environment with no weekends and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and pet care discounts. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are committed to high-quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k options

Pet care discounts

Bonus package for experience

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting required.
• Proficiency in radiology, patient restraint, and surgery setup.

Responsibilities

• Assist during exams and outpatient care, maintaining detailed medical records.
• Coordinate with the team to manage the veterinarian’s orders efficiently.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Radiology

Patient restraint

Surgery setup/assisting

Phlebotomy

Inpatient care

Job description

Newark Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Our outpatient care team plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care during appointments by coordinating and executing treatment plans and providing thorough client education.

In this role, you will primarily assist during exams and outpatient care, maintain detailed medical records, review treatment plans, and address clients' questions. Additionally, you will coordinate with your team to manage the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring the highest level of patient care and maintaining an efficient workflow to keep exams running on schedule. This position is ideal for those who excel in client engagement and schedule management.

This is a full-time position, with availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Full-time benefits and compensation:

• Compensation: $14-18/hour, based on experience and skillset
• Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Pet care discounts

Minimum qualifications and skillset:

• 1-3 years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Radiology
  • Patient restraint
  • Surgery setup/assisting
  • Phlebotomy
  • Inpatient care

Newark Veterinary Hospital, proudly the only AHAA-Accredited clinic in Newark, is a trusted provider of high-quality veterinary care for pets in our community. With a team of compassionate and skilled professionals, our hospital offers a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, advanced surgery and dental care. We treat cats, dogs, and small animal exotics (rabbits, reptiles, avians). Our team takes a personalized approach to each animal's care, ensuring that every pet receives the attention and treatment they deserve. Our motto is "Your Other Family Doctor" because we believe that pets are truly part of the family. If you like to provide high-quality care while working with a fun team, apply today!