Veterinary Assistant: Animal Care & Front Desk Support

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Delphos (OH); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Kessen Veterinary Hospital in Delphos, Ohio is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in a busy practice. The role includes animal handling, patient care, sample collection, surgical support, and front-desk duties.

Candidates should have 1-2 years in veterinary medicine, a high school diploma, strong communication, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. The team values compassion, reliability, and teamwork in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in veterinary medicine.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of commonly used veterinary terminology.
• Knowledge of basic tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to multi-task efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with daily tasks including animal handling, restraint, patient care, sample collection, surgery support, and hospital maintenance.
• Provide front-desk support by managing phone calls, appointments, and customer service.

Skills

Experience in veterinary medicine

Animal handling & restraint

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Lift 40 lbs

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Veterinary tools & equipment knowledge

Job description

Kessen Veterinary Hospital in Delphos, Ohio is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in a busy practice. The role includes animal handling, patient care, sample collection, surgical support, and front-desk duties.

Candidates should have 1-2 years in veterinary medicine, a high school diploma, strong communication, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. The team values compassion, reliability, and teamwork in a high-volume setting.