Veterinary Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Clinic; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-day workweek

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and

PTO

Employee discounts

Team culture

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

All Creatures Veterinary Clinic in Princeton, WV is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant who wants to grow, learn, and make a real impact every day. You’ll support our medical team, care for patients, and help deliver the exceptional client experience we’re known for.

You’ll join a tight-knit, growth-minded team with a three-day workweek and generous benefits. If you’re dedicated, trainable, and eager to develop clinical skills, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

• 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 daily tasks.
• Composure: The ability to stay calm, professional, and grounded under pressure and in emotional moments.
• Versatility: Comfort handling animals of all sizes.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Dog behavior

Verbal communication

Empathy

Organized

Detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Animal handling

Compassionate care

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.

BEFORE YOU APPLY: Please Check Our Culture Fit - We take our team dynamic and clinic culture incredibly seriously. To ensure we are the right fit for you, we ask that all serious applicants watch our 2-minute workplace culture video before applying. How to watch it: Because this platform restricts external links, simply open a new tab, go to YouTube, and search for the exact phrase: "all creatures veterinary clinic princeton wv meet our team". If you love what you see, we would love to hear from you. If our fast-paced dynamic or style isn't for you, we respectfully ask that you do not apply, as we are strictly seeking long-term alignment for our tight-knit team.

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

You’ll be a great fit for our team if you bring:

• 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.