Veterinary Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-day schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

All Creatures Veterinary in Princeton, WV is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our medical team. You will support exams, assist with procedures, administer medications, monitor vitals, and help educate pet owners, delivering the trusted care our clients expect.

We offer a three-day workweek with no weekends, comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, and ongoing training and mentorship to help you grow your clinical skills in a collaborative, drama-free environment.

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 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.

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

Compassionate demeanor

Strong communication

Empathy for pets/owners

Team player

Detail-oriented

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

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.

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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

As a Veterinary Assistant at All Creatures, you will:

• 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.