Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Bonus up to $500

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of Saline is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This versatile role involves assisting veterinarians in exams, procedures, and outpatient care, with opportunities in dentistry, radiography, and patient education. We pride ourselves on a warm team, comprehensive services, and a patient-centered approach to care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role preferred.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during procedures.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and support recovery as directed by the team.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly.

Skills

Animal handling

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Record keeping

Job description

Animal Medical Center of Saline is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows


• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry


• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural cares


• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures


• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team


• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography


• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation


• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately


• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service


• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $17 - $21 per hour, for each hour worked


• This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 4-10s schedule and availability needed Monday-Thursday, and rotating Saturdays.

Full-time Benefits Package*

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience


• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Life insurance and disability


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401k with company match


• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law


• Personal pet discount


• Uniform allowance


• Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant experience preferred


• Proficiency in the following skills:




• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments


• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles


• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures


• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred


• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation


• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols


• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment


• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service

Why choose us?

Our 4-doctor hospital offers a comprehensive range of services—from wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, dentistry, microchipping, and parasite control to advanced procedures like cold-laser therapy, and radiology. Our clients consistently praise our hospital's warm, compassionate atmosphere, highly skilled and accommodating staff, and reasonable pricing— We are proud to have earned a stellar 4.9-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. Whether for routine check-ups or surgical needs, our hospital is proud to provide trusted veterinary care to local community pets.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$17—$21 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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