Veterinary Assistant

WestVets Maxtown Veterinary Clinic; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Job summary

WestVets Maxtown Veterinary Clinic is seeking a part-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will assist during exams, treatments, and surgeries, handle animals safely, and prepare rooms and surgical areas with clean equipment.

You will perform basic lab tests, administer medications under supervision, and help with patient care, records, and owner communication. The role includes an employee pet discount and a company 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Owner communication

Disinfection techniques

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

WestVets Maxtown Veterinary Clinic is hiring a part-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today

Salary: $15-$18/hr. based on experience and skill set.

Schedule:Monday- Tuesday 8AM-6PM, Wednesday- Friday 8am-5pm, every other Saturday8AM-3PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Must have 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.