Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Eye Center of PA; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day work week

FSA/HSA

120 hours PTO per year

401(k) with company match

MetLife benefits

Discounted pet insurance

Job summary

Veterinary Eye Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team at our Newtown Square location. You will provide compassionate care, assist doctors and technicians, and help educate clients about their pet’s care.

This role offers growth in a state-of-the-art ophthalmology practice and a supportive, collaborative environment. We offer a balanced schedule, continuing education, and a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, 401(k), and pet-friendly perks to support your

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty.
• Interest and excitement for Veterinary Ophthalmology.
• Experience with practice management software (ezyVet).
• Adaptable and positive attitude with clients and co-workers.
• Ethical, independent, and responsible with strong client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate hands-on care to patients and support consultations and ophthalmic surgical sanitization.
• Assist Doctor and Technicians to ensure a seamless client and patient appointment experience.
• Educate clients about pet care and gather thorough patient histories for the medical team.
• Handle and restrain patients for exams and sample collection for ophthalmic testing.
• Submit patient samples to in-house and external laboratories.
• Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and treatment areas.

Skills

1-2 years Veterinary Assistant

Ophthalmology interest

Adaptability

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

Veterinary Eye Center is a specialty practice dedicated exclusively to advanced animal eye care. Our newest location here in Newtown Square is built on the same foundation that defines VEC nationally: exceptional medicine, thoughtful client communication, and a deeply collaborative team culture. Our practice brings together state-of-the-art diagnostics, microsurgical expertise, and a meticulous approach to ophthalmology, all delivered with compassion and clarity. We’re focused on building a specialty hospital where clinical excellence, professional growth, and supportive teamwork are always in clear focus.

We’re proud to be part of a small but growing movement to raise the bar for both patient care and workplace culture. At VEC, you’ll find a schedule designed with balance in mind, a leadership team that listens, and a spirit of innovation that keeps us constantly evolving. Whether you’re drawn to the precision and complexity of ophthalmological surgery, the chance to work in a highly specialized field, or simply the opportunity to be part of a kind and passionate team, VEC is a place to thrive.

We’re seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing clinical team.Whether your background is in general practice, emergency or you’ve already worked in specialty care, this is a unique opportunity to take your skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art hospital designed for learning, teamwork, and excellence.

What We Offer:

• The pay range for this role is: $20-$24/hr
• 4 day work week Mondays-Thursdays
• FSA/HSA
• Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
• 401(k) with a company match
• Elective benefits through MetLife
• Discounted pet insurance

What We Require:

• 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty
• An interest and excitement for Veterinary Ophthalmology
• Experience with practice management software, (ezyVet is our in-house platform)
• Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers
• Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly
• Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient and respect for coworkers
• Flexibility, curiosity, and the desire to help build something new

What You'll Do:

In addition to traditional Veterinary Assistant duties, you will:

• Provide compassionate, hands‑on care to patients including supporting both consultations and Ophthalmic surgical sanitization
• Assist Doctor and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience
• Our Veterinary Assistants play an important role in educating clients about their pet’s care and gathering thorough patient histories to support the medical team.
• Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection for Ophthalmic disease testing
• Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory
• Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area

Continuing Education:

We believe in helping you grow. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned pro. Veterinary Assistants here are eligible to receive unlimited CE registration reimbursement for things like conferences, wet labs, and skill-building courses (plus we’ll cover up to $750 per year in related travel expenses if needed). You’ll even have the chance to bring back what you learned and share it with the team. If you're excited about learning, we're here to support it, every step of the way.

Full-time Veterinary Assistants in good standing can advance their careers through our fully sponsored Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Degree Program, one of the few AVMA-accredited online programs in the country. We pay for up to four semesters of tuition directly and support you along the way with structured check‑ins and flexibility to complete required externships. After graduation, we also cover your VTNE exam and licensure fees, with no post‑graduation work commitment required.

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law‑protected considerations that make you, You.