Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive PetCare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing training

Health benefits

Pet care discounts

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

2nd Street Animal Hospital in Philadelphia seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. In this hands-on role, you’ll support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, animal handling, treatment assistance, and daily hospital operations.

Responsibilities include assisting during exams, restraining cats and dogs, sterilizing instruments, maintaining patient records, and communicating with clients professionally.

Qualifications

• Must be able to assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience a plus.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and assist with log weights and lab specimens.
• Interact with clients in a compassionate and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records; log weights, process lab specimens, update client records.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness; keep exam rooms, cages, and pharmacy stocked.

Skills

Dependable

Self motivated

Excellent cleaning skills

Weekend and evening availability

Excellent communication

Team player

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Compensation: $21.00 - $24.00 / hour

Description

Veterinary Assistant – 2nd Street Animal Hospital

Are you looking to grow your career as a Veterinary Assistant in a supportive, team-focused animal hospital? 2nd Street Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our veterinary team.

In this hands-on role, you’ll work alongside our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support patient care, animal handling and restraint, treatment assistance, and daily hospital operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with animals and wants to continue building their skills in veterinary medicine.

Why Join 2nd Street Animal Hospital?

We’re committed to providing high-quality veterinary care while creating a collaborative and supportive environment for our team. You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience, expand your veterinary skills, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

If you’re searching for a Veterinary Assistant opportunity where you can learn, grow, and be an important part of the patient care team, we’d love to hear from you!

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
• Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights, process lab specimens, and update client records)
• Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean, well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms, patient cages, and equipment maintenance)
• Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional manner
• Facilitating the proper flow of appointments
• Provide information to clients regarding fees, preventives, medication, prescription diets and wellness packages
• Reinforce veterinarian recommendations
• Perform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
• Dependable
• Self motivated
• Excellent cleaning skills
• Able to work weekends and evenings
• Excellent communication
• Team player
• Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation - $15.00-$20.00/hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Ongoing Training & Career Development – Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being.
• Exclusive Pet Care Discounts – Significant savings on pet exams, treatments, and boarding.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Recharge with paid vacation and personal days.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.