Veterinary Assistant

NVA General Practice; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Periodic bonus eligibility

Job summary

Court Street Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and the medical team in delivering compassionate patient care. This role requires empathy for pets, strong teamwork, and the ability to assist during exams and procedures while keeping clients and staff safe.

You will help with restraint, vaccinations, treatments, anesthesia support, radiographs, lab samples, and instrument sterilization in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Genuine compassion for animals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely handle dogs up to 130 lbs.
• Ability to restrain aggressive or fearful animals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to all patients.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with veterinarians, colleagues, and clients.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, including safe and effective pet restraint.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving surgical sites and assisting with IV catheter placement.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery to ensure patient safety.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs using proper positioning and safety techniques.
• Collect, prepare, and label laboratory samples for testing.
• Fill prescriptions accurately, including measuring and labeling medications.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth hospital operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional development

Animal compassion

Lift/Handling 50lb

Multitasking

Restraint of animals

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Job description

Court Street Animal Hospital is looking to add to our amazing team! Do you have a passion for pets and for delivering exceptional client experience? We want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Veterinary Assistant plays a vital role in supporting veterinarians and the medical team in delivering exceptional patient care. This role requires compassion, technical skills, and teamwork to meet the daily needs of hospitalized pets while ensuring a safe and supportive environment for clients, pets, and staff. Veterinary Assistants also help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital facility.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Genuine compassion and care for animals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely handle dogs weighing up to 130 lbs.
• Skilled in multitasking and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to safely restrain and handle aggressive or fearful animals.
• Emotional resilience to work in a veterinary environment, including exposure to euthanasia.
• Strong skills in active listening, critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Professional, courteous, and respectful toward clients and team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to all patients.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with veterinarians, colleagues, and clients.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, including safe and effective pet restraint.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving surgical sites and assisting with IV catheter placement.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery to ensure patient safety.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs using proper positioning and safety techniques.
• Collect, prepare, and label laboratory samples for testing.
• Fill prescriptions accurately, including measuring and labeling medications.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth hospital operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation: $18.00-25 an hour, based on experience
• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Eligible for periodic bonus