Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care, Growth & Perks

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Town of Saukville (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Saukville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. You will assist doctors and technicians, handle patients with low-stress techniques, and help maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.

The ideal candidate has prior veterinary hospital experience, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication and organization. This is a full-time, on-site position with four 10-hour shifts per week, including rotating Saturdays,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital is strongly preferred.
• Excellent animal handling and restraint skills.
• Familiarity with veterinary terminology, medical procedures, and hospital workflows.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in a busy clinical environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to support team members.
• Desire to continue learning and grow within veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care, examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain patients using low-stress techniques.
• Prepare surgical patients, equipment, and the surgical suite.
• Collect and process laboratory samples and assist with imaging.
• Prepare and fill prescriptions under supervision.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate care.
• Keep the hospital clean, organized, and stocked.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Team player

Compassion

Learning mindset

Job description

VCA Saukville Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team. You will assist doctors and technicians, handle patients with low-stress techniques, and help maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.

The ideal candidate has prior veterinary hospital experience, strong animal handling skills, and excellent communication and organization. This is a full-time, on-site position with four 10-hour shifts per week, including rotating Saturdays,