Veterinary Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Clinic; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Three-day workweek

No weekends

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

All Creatures Veterinary Clinic in West Virginia seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to support the medical team, care for patients, and contribute to an exceptional client experience. You’ll assist during exams, administer medications, and help with lab work in a nurturing, collaborative setting.

Three-day workweeks with no weekends and a strong benefits package make this an attractive opportunity for growth, with ongoing training and mentorship to advance clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Strong verbal communication and empathy for pets and owners.
• Teachable, organized, and detail-oriented in daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams and procedures.
• Administer medications safely as directed.
• Help with catheter placement and lab work.
• Monitor patient vitals, comfort, and behavior.
• Feed, clean, bathe, and comfort our patients.
• Keep the clinic clean, organized, sterile, and ready for care.
• Safely handle and restrain animals of all sizes.
• Educate pet owners on home care and medications with clarity.
• Support daily operational tasks for the clinical team.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication

Animal handling

Detail oriented

Job description

We’re looking for a compassionate, eager Veterinary Assistant who wants to grow, learn, and make a real impact every day. We’re a team built on trusted care, exceptional medicine, and compassion you can feel. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support our medical team, care for patients, and help deliver the exceptional client experience All Creatures is known for.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Consistent Schedule: Three-day workweek with NO WEEKENDS!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Time Off: Generous PTO package.
• Perks: Great employee discounts.
• Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and drama-free environment.
• Professional Development: Robust training, mentorship, and ongoing growth opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians during exams and procedures.
• Administer medications safely as directed.
• Help the medical team with catheter placement and lab work.
• Monitor patient vitals, comfort levels, and behavior.
• Feed, clean, bathe, and deeply comfort our patients.
• Keep the clinic clean, organized, sterile, and ready for care.
• Safely handle and gently restrain animals of all sizes.
• Educate pet owners on home care and medications with clarity and empathy.
• Support the overall clinical team with daily operational tasks.

What Makes a Great Veterinary Assistant

• Experience: Prior experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Behavioral Skills: Experience with dog behavior or professional animal handling is a major plus.
• Communication: Strong verbal communication skills and deep empathy for both pets and their owners.
• Mindset: A highly teachable, organized, and detail-oriented approach to your daily tasks.
• Composure: The ability to stay calm, professional, and grounded under pressure and in emotional moments.
• Versatility: Comfort handling animals of all sizes.

Who Thrives Here

• Curious learners who are hungry to expand their clinical skills.
• Compassionate teammates who lift each other up.
• People who find joy in deeply meaningful work.
• Individuals who actively value constructive feedback and professional growth.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to grow your skills and make a real difference for pets and their people, we’d love to meet you.