Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Client Relations

VetEvolve; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

VetEvolve in Princeton, West Virginia, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during outpatient exams, assist with diagnoses and treatments, and serve as the key link between doctors and clients. The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate medical records, and excellent client service.

The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle animals up to 130 pounds; training and growth opportunities are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency, including practice management software.
• Experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background valued.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Maintains composure in emotionally challenging or high‑stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries.
• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion, escalating medical questions appropriately.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, draws up vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests as directed.
• Creates, reviews, and enters treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Educates clients on common vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans and follow‑up recommendations.
• Accurately records patient information and maintains organized, up‑to‑date medical records.
• Enters charges accurately and assists with the client check‑out process, including processing payments when needed.
• Ensures exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital spaces are clean, stocked, and well maintained.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability, punctuality, and commitment to supporting patients, clients, and hospital operations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Animal care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

VetEvolve in Princeton, West Virginia, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians during outpatient exams, assist with diagnoses and treatments, and serve as the key link between doctors and clients. The role emphasizes compassionate care, accurate medical records, and excellent client service.

The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle animals up to 130 pounds; training and growth opportunities are