Veterinary Assistant

Pet Cancer Center of Providence; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA/HSA

Generous PTO (up to 120 hours)

401(k) with company match

MetLife benefits

Discounted pet insurance

CE reimbursement

Job summary

The Pet Cancer Center of Providence (PCC) is a soon-to-launch specialty practice focused on veterinary oncology, seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our founding team in Providence.

You’ll rotate across support areas, receive training in a fast-paced, well-resourced setting, and help shape protocols before we open, with a start date of November 11, 2026.

We offer $20–$24/hour, FSA/HSA, generous PTO, 401(k) with match, MetLife, discounted pet insurance, and CE reimbursement to support your growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty.
• Experience with practice management software (ezyVet is our in-house platform).
• Adaptability, pivoting with a positive attitude with clients and co-workers.
• Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly.
• Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient and respect for coworkers.
• Flexibility, curiosity, and the desire to help build something new.

Responsibilities

• Assist Doctor and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience.
• Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection.
• Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory.
• Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Adaptability

Ethical judgment

Client service

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

The Pet Cancer Center of Providence (PCC) is a soon-to-launch, standalone specialty practice dedicated exclusively to veterinary medical oncology. Built around the belief that focused care creates a better experience for pets, families, and clinical teams, the practice will combine thoughtful treatment planning, compassionate communication, and personalized support throughout each patient’s cancer journey. We are dedicated to helping pets enjoy more quality time while giving their families clarity, confidence, and hope. By making medical oncology our sole focus, we are creating a practice where every detail is designed around the unique needs of pets with cancer and the people who love them. Join us in building a new standard for focused, compassionate veterinary cancer care.

We’re seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our founding clinical team. Whether your background is in general practice, emergency or you’ve already worked in oncology or critical care, this is a unique opportunity to take your skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art hospital designed for learning, teamwork, and excellence.

In this role, you’ll work as a Veterinary Assistant rotating across a range of support areas. You’ll be trained and supported to grow your technical confidence in a fast-paced, well-resourced specialty environment.

This is a chance to help shape the protocols, culture, and rhythms of a brand-new hospital before we open our doors. You’ll be instrumental in helping us build a team that functions with trust, efficiency, and heart.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist Doctor and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience
• Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection
• Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory
• Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area

What We Require:

• 1-2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in GP, ER, or specialty
• Experience with practice management software (ezyVet is our in-house platform)
• Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers
• Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly
• Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient and respect for coworkers
• Flexibility, curiosity, and the desire to help build something new

What Makes This Role Unique

This is a launch position as we open a new clinic in the heart of Providence! You will spend your first few weeks training, building rapport, and establishing a team workflow before opening a brand new specialty-only practice. This is a once-in-a-career chance to lead a founding team and you’ll gain unique experience as we expand our state-of-the-art care in a new city. Our target start date for this role is November 11th, 2026.

What We Offer:

• The range for this role is $20-$24/hr
• FSA/HSA
• Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
• 401(k) with a company match
• Elective benefits through MetLife
• Discounted pet insurance

Continuing Education

We believe in helping you grow. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned pro. Veterinary Assistants here are eligible to receive unlimited CE reimbursement for things like conferences, wet labs, and skill-building courses (plus we’ll cover up to $750 per year in related travel expenses if needed). You’ll even have the chance to bring back what you learned and share it with the team. If you're excited about learning, we're here to support it, every step of the way.

Full-time Veterinary Assistants in good standing can advance their careers through our fully sponsored Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Degree Program, one of the few AVMA-accredited online programs in the country. We pay for up to four semesters of tuition directly and support you along the way with structured check-ins and flexibility to complete required externships. After graduation, we also cover your VTNE exam and licensure fees, with no post-graduation work commitment required.

Come As You are

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.