Veterinary Assistant

Rootstown Veterinary Hospital Inc; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Uniform allowance

Paid time off

Employee discounts for pets after 90 A

Job summary

Rootstown Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned, three-doctor small animal practice seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We value a supportive, team-oriented environment with no nights or emergency after-hours calls; shifts can be full-time or part-time with rotating Saturdays.

As part of our hospital, you will support daily patient care alongside veterinarians, technicians, and assistants, ensuring smooth floor flow, accurate records, and excellent client service.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Fear Free certification is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and restrain patients during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with diagnostic exams, care, and basic medication administration under supervision.
• Prepare, sanitize, and maintain examination, treatment, and surgical areas to strict standards.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments, packs, and medical equipment.
• Monitor and care for hospitalized patients (feeding, walking, and basic patient comfort).
• Collect and process basic non-invasive laboratory samples.
• Educate clients on general wellness, routine home care, and basic post-care instructions while maintaining accurate patient records.

Skills

2+ years veterinary experience

Fear Free certification (bonus)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Independently Owned | AAHA-Accredited | No Nights, No Emergency On-Calls

Rootstown Veterinary Hospital is a high-quality, privately owned, three-doctor small animal practice seeking a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

We are a well-established hospital dedicated to exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. Privately owned and operated, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where our staff can continue to learn and support our patients and clients.

What Makes Our Hospital Different?

• Supportive Environment: We don't believe in leaving you stranded. We operate with an incredible support team, ensuring you always have the backup needed for seamless patient care.
• Top-Tier Care Standards: We prioritize medical excellence and community trust over corporate volume. We facilitate 
• A Tight-Knit Team Culture: We support each other on the floor and connect off the floor through regular team events, a monthly book club, and interactive quarterly meetings where every voice is heard.
• Protect Your Peace: Love vet med but hate the grueling emergency hours? We have zero emergency or after-hours call shifts. When your scheduled shift is done, you go home.

Your Role in the Hospital

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will work alongside our team to support daily patient care, maintain efficient floor flow, and assist our veterinarians, technicians, and other assistants:

• Safely handle and restrain patients during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with diagnostic exams, care, and basic medication administration under supervision.
• Prepare, sanitize, and maintain examination, treatment, and surgical areas to strict standards.
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments, packs, and medical equipment.
• Monitor and care for hospitalized patients (feeding, walking, and basic patient comfort).
• Collect and process basic non-invasive laboratory samples.
• Educate clients on general wellness, routine home care, and basic post-care instructions while maintaining accurate patient records.

Who You Are

• Experienced & Motivated: At least 2 years of previous experience as a veterinary assistant is required. We're looking for a reliable individual with a strong work ethic!
• Skilled in Handling: Comfortable with safe, compassionate restraint and attentive monitoring (bonus points for Fear Free certification!)
• Detail-Oriented & Adaptable: Organized and calm under pressure, eager to learn, and able to maintain floor flow in a fast-paced setting.
• Team-Oriented & Friendly: Clear communication skills, a collaborative positive energy, and a genuine passion for animal welfare and supporting your teammates.

Schedule & Perks

• Schedule: Full-time or part-time hours per week, with rotating Saturdays. No late nights or emergency hours.
• Pay: Competitive hourly wage ($15 – $17/hr, based on experience).
• Benefits: For full-time team members, we offer a 401(k) with company match, a generous uniform allowance, paid time off, and employee discounts for your own pets after 90 days.

If you’re looking for a practice that values your hard work and feels like a second home (with extra pet hair and tail wags), we’d love to meet you!