Veterinary Assistant

Mission-Road-Animal-Clinic; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

401(k) match

Pet discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

Mission Road Animal Clinic in Prairie Village, KS is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, technicians, and staff in delivering high-quality animal care and excellent customer service.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement, along with paid time off, 401(k) matching, pet discounts, and referral bonuses. Schedule features weekdays plus one Saturday per month at 7:30 AM–5:30 PM.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal restraint

Laboratory tests

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Sterilization techniques

Job description

Mission Road Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistantto work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission to provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full time position. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM. One Saturday per month: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Mission Road Animal Clinic

Welcome to Mission Road Animal Clinic, where our goal is to become your standard in veterinary medicine in the Prairie Village, KS community. As a full-service animal hospital, we offer a wide range of services and are dedicated to providing the most personal small animal care in Johnson County.