Veterinary Assistant

Alpha Veterinary Services; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Online continuing education

Employee Assistance Program

Team recognition and incentive program

Job summary

Alpha Veterinary Services in Uniontown, PA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to support doctors, technicians, patients, and clients. The role is full-time, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM and rotating Saturdays, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM.

Join a growing mixed-animal practice that values compassion, teamwork, and hands-on patient care. This position offers opportunities to work with both small and large animals and to advance your clinical skills.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of veterinary assistant or hospital experience preferred.
• Comfortable with animal restraint and hands-on patient care.
• Experience with blood draws, lab samples or surgical assistance is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work in a busy, team-focused environment.
• Willingness to work rotating Saturday shifts.
• Experience with surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, or large animals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments and procedures.
• Restrain and handle patients for examinations and treatments.
• Obtain patient histories and assist with room appointments.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
• Assist with surgical prep and patient recovery.
• Collect lab samples and assist with in-house testing.
• Perform venipuncture and assist with IV catheter placement as appropriate.
• Assist with digital radiographs and other diagnostics.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments under supervision.
• Provide attentive care to hospitalized patients.
• Communicate discharge instructions to clients.
• Maintain patient information and treatment records.
• Clean and disinfect treatment areas.
• Support team and help maintain workflow.

Job description

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Veterinary Assistant

Non-Vet Labor AVS Alpha Veterinary Services, Uniontown, PA, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 4660

Experienced Veterinary Assistant – Alpha Veterinary Services

Location: Uniontown, PA 15401
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM | Rotating Saturdays, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Build Your Career at Alpha Veterinary Services

Since 2014, Alpha Veterinary Services has proudly served the Uniontown community by providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to both companion animals and large animals. As a growing mixed‑animal practice, we're looking for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys hands‑on patient care, thrives in a team environment, and is ready to continue building their clinical skills.

This is a great opportunity for an assistant who already has veterinary hospital experience and wants to take on an active role supporting our doctors, technicians, patients, and clients.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Supportive, team‑oriented environment where everyone works together

Opportunity to gain experience with both small and large animal patients

Exposure to a variety of medical, diagnostic, and surgical cases

Hands‑on opportunities to strengthen your veterinary skills

Continuing education and opportunities for career growth

A positive workplace that values compassion, communication, and teamwork

Join a hospital that has proudly served the Uniontown community for more than a decade

What You’ll Do

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work closely with our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide excellent patient care. Responsibilities may include:

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments, treatments, and procedures
• Safely restrain and handle patients for examinations and treatments
• Obtain patient histories and assist with room appointments
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery
• Collect laboratory samples and assist with in‑house diagnostic testing
• Perform venipuncture and assist with IV catheter placement based on experience
• Assist with digital radiographs and other diagnostics
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments under veterinary supervision
• Provide attentive care to hospitalized patients
• Communicate with clients regarding basic patient care and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate patient information and treatment documentation
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain patient care and treatment areas
• Support your teammates and help maintain an efficient hospital workflow

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2+ years of veterinary assistant or veterinary hospital experience preferred
• Comfortable with animal restraint and hands‑on patient care
• Previous experience with blood draws, laboratory samples, treatments, or surgical assistance is highly preferred
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, team‑focused environment
• Dependable, compassionate, and willing to jump in wherever needed
• Eager to learn and continue developing veterinary clinical skills
• Willingness to work rotating Saturday shifts
• Experience with surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, or large animals is a plus
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Complimentary online continuing education with assistant‑focused courses
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 mental health support
• Team recognition and incentive programs

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.