Veterinary Assistant

Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital, PA; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

PTO / paid holidays

Job summary

Country View Veterinary Service is seeking a compassionate Full‑Time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy practice. You’ll help with exams, surgery prep, lab work, and client education, while delivering calm care in a fast-paced environment.

We value teamwork, ongoing learning, and a dedication to pet families. Competitive benefits and CE opportunities accompany a supportive culture where every team member contributes to top‑tier veterinary care.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and motivated veterinary assistant sought for busy practice.
• Assist in exams, surgery prep, and lab work with attention to detail.
• Strong client communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep medical records accurate and answer client questions.
• Prep patients for exams and surgeries.
• Assist with lab testing and sample handling.
• Monitor post‑op patients and report changes.
• Educate pet parents on medications and care.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Communication

Organized

Teamwork

Adaptable

Education

Veterinary assistant certification

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Overview

At Country View Veterinary Service, we know it takes a village to care for pets and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Full‑Time Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.

Why you’ll love us

• Supportive, Fun Team Culture – We treat every pet like family and every team member like gold. We take our work seriously but never miss a chance to laugh and celebrate successes.
• Full‑Service Veterinary Expertise – Our full‑service hospital offers cutting‑edge medicine and surgical services, delivered with genuine compassion and expert teamwork.
• Growth & Teamwork Culture – We believe in building strong relationships, embracing collaboration over ego, and continuously learning and growing together.

You’ll be a great fit if

• You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence.
• You’re a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates.
• You’re organized, detail‑oriented, and adaptable.
• You’re cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting.
• You’re eager to learn and grow in your role.
• You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you’re needed.

What you’ll do

• Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions.
• Prepping patients for exams and surgeries.
• Administering medications as directed.
• Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.).
• Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas.
• Monitoring post‑op patients and reporting any changes.
• Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures.
• Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care.
• Partnering with credentialed technicians and DVMs to provide top‑tier care.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive pay, based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Free virtual healthcare for household (13+).
• Generous CE allowance + 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.

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Apply today!

Check us out: countryviewvets.com