Veterinary Assistant

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic; Westport (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic in Westport, MA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. The AAHA-accredited hospital offers a collaborative team, friendly management, and a 4-day work week. Pay starts at $18 per hour with full benefits, including health insurance and retirement options.

Ideal candidates are reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about animals and people, with strong animal-handling skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with patient handling, restraint, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Deliver compassionate care to pets during visits.
• Communicate clearly with clients to keep them informed and supported.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain cleanliness, and restock supplies.
• Support lab work, patient monitoring, and record keeping.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Veterinary Assistant
Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic | 965 Sanford Rd, Westport, MA 02790

Are you a dedicated and compassionate professional with a passion for animals and people alike? Join our team at Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic, an AAHA-accredited hospital located in beautiful Westport, Massachusetts.

We’re seeking a Veterinary Assistant with at least one year experience in a veterinary setting. Our ideal candidate is reliable, enthusiastic, and loves creating positive experiences for clients and their pets.

At Acoaxet, you’ll be part of a tight-knit, supportive team known for its staff longevity, collaboration, and laid-back, approachable management style.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist doctors and technicians with patient handling, restraint, treatments, and diagnostic procedures
• Deliver compassionate, attentive care to pets throughout their visit
• Communicate clearly and kindly with clients, helping them feel supported and informed
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain cleanliness, and restock supplies
• Support workflow efficiency by assisting with lab work, patient monitoring, and record keeping
• Help ensure a smooth, positive experience for both clients and their pets

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant role
• Strong animal-handling skills and confidence working in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and teamwork abilities
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and committed to high-quality patient care
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping pets and the people who love them
• Someone who fits well within our supportive, friendly, community‑focused team

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Strong, collaborative culture with 10–20+ years of staff longevity
• Approachable, supportive leadership with a true open-door policy
• 4-day work week
• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package , including:
• Health insurance
• Accrued vacation and sick time
• Opportunities to give back to the community through local shelter partnerships, rabies clinics, and volunteer events
• Annual team celebrations, summer outings, and holiday parties

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.