Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Urgent Care Center Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotating schedule

Work-life balance

Job summary

Veterinary Urgent Care Center Worcester is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced urgent care team in Worcester, MA. This role supports doctors and technicians, triages patients, and helps with diagnostics, anesthesia, and client communication.

You will work in a hospital designed for rapid diagnostics and emergency-style medicine, offering opportunities to expand skills in lab, imaging, and radiology while maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Calm and efficient under a fast-paced environment.
• Confident handling of pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Fundamental veterinary skills in lab, pharmacy, nursing and radiology are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with triage of urgent care patients
• Obtain patient histories and assist with treatments
• Assist with IV catheter placement and laboratory sample collection
• Assist with diagnostics and imaging
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and minor surgical procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Provide compassionate patient care and restraint
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding treatment plans and home care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital
• Collaborate closely with doctors and technicians to provide high-quality patient care

Skills

Calm and efficient under pressure

Pet handling confidence

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Veterinary skills familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Joining Veterinary Urgent Care Center Worcester means becoming part of a medical mission focused on providing exceptional, high-acuity care when pets need it most. Our dedication to patient welfare and client satisfaction is deeply appreciated by the community, reflected in our excellent 4.9-star Google rating. We are actively seeking veterinary professionals ready to commit to excellence and become core members of our collaborative team. If you are passionate about the speed and complexity of urgent care medicine, this is the environment where you can truly do your best work.We understand that providing world-class medicine requires comprehensive support, which is why we structure your workday to enable success. As a dedicated member of our network, you gain immediate access to robust resources designed to help our teammates succeed and grow their careers. We prioritize continuous education and skill development, offering supportive programs to help you achieve long-term professional goals, whether that means earning your credentialed technician status, specializing in advanced urgent care techniques, or moving into a future leadership position. This infrastructure ensures you always have the educational bandwidth and peer consultation needed to advance your capabilities.The urgent care environment at our Worcester location is specifically calibrated for rapid diagnostics and intervention, offering a challenging yet highly rewarding medical setting. Our focus is purely on emergency and critical care, allowing you to quickly refine your expertise in complex cases. Though we are a localized center, our access to expertise is expansive; our veterinarians can readily consult with internal specialists across the network, ensuring every patient benefits from a deep collective knowledge base. We emphasize clear, evidence-based protocols, allowing our teammates to work confidently alongside dedicated professionals who share your high medical standards.

Worcester, Massachusetts, stands as New England's second-largest city and offers a dynamic blend of history, education, and innovation. Situated centrally, Worcester provides an ideal lifestyle that balances urban amenities—including top universities, cultural institutions, and an emerging culinary scene—with easy access to the beautiful natural landscapes of the region. Known affectionately as the Heart of the Commonwealth, this city provides an outstanding backdrop for medical professionals. When you join our urgent care team in Worcester, you are planting roots in a rapidly growing community that provides abundant professional stability and a high quality of life.

Job Description

Part Time AND Full Time positions available for Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Urgent Care Center – Worcester

70 Gold Star Blvd., Worcester, MA 01606

Veterinary Urgent Care Center (VUCC) – Worcester is looking to add a Full Time and Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to our growing team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy emergency-style medicine, and want to expand your veterinary skills while maintaining work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Hospital

Our four-doctor urgent care hospital bridges the gap between general practice and emergency medicine by treating non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries in dogs and cats. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care while delivering an outstanding client experience.

Conditions We Commonly Treat

• Vomiting and diarrhea
• Ear and skin infections
• Lameness and minor injuries
• Allergic reactions
• Wounds and abscesses
• Urinary concerns
• Minor surgical procedures
• In-house diagnostics and imaging

Depending on the veterinarian on duty, we may also see select exotic pets.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Assistant , you'll be an essential member of our medical team, supporting the doctors and veterinary technicians in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with triage of urgent care patients
• Obtain patient histories and assist with treatments
• Assist with IV catheter placement and laboratory sample collection
• Assist with diagnostics and imaging
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and minor surgical procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Provide compassionate patient care and restraint
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding treatment plans and home care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital
• Collaborate closely with doctors and technicians to provide high-quality patient care

Technology You'll Work With

Our hospital is equipped with modern tools that allow our team to practice high-quality medicine, including:

• In-house diagnostic laboratory equipment
• Fully paperless medical records - NEO software
• Online scheduling and client communication platforms
• Digital workflow designed to improve efficiency and patient care

Schedule

This is a Full Time or Part Time position with a rotating schedule that may include:

• Weekdays

Flexibility and reliability are important in our urgent care setting.

Why Join VUCC Worcester?

Urgent care offers a unique opportunity to gain experience with a diverse caseload without the demands of a 24-hour emergency hospital. Every shift brings new cases and opportunities to learn while making an immediate impact on patients and their families.

You'll have the opportunity to build skills in:

• Patient triage and urgent care
• Patient restraint and handling
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Anesthesia and surgical support
• Client education and communication
• Critical thinking and teamwork

Whether you're looking to build your veterinary experience or transition from general practice into urgent care, you'll find a supportive team that encourages professional growth and values your contributions.

Join Our Team

If you're a Veterinary Assistant who enjoys a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we'd love to meet you and show you what makes Veterinary Urgent Care Center – Worcester a rewarding place to build your veterinary care

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

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