Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours, PTO & Growth

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance; dental; vision

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Erie Animal Hospital in Erie, PA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, monitor hospitalized patients, and help with exams. You will learn in-house lab work, radiographs, and client education while maintaining friendly client service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate record keeping, basic math for dosages, and safety practices. Weekend availability may be required; prior veterinary experience is preferred, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; 25+ pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including PPE
• Basic math and dosage calculations
• Basic computer skills including MS Office
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and related tasks
• Assist with outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights and providing client education
• Obtain samples (blood, stool); perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside labs
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following safety procedures
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams
• Administer and monitor medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Clean and stock exam rooms; assist other team members to keep public areas clean and maintain equipment
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all client interactions; show compassion to patients
• Communicate with veterinarians and staff including client discussions and patient plans
• Accurately prepare and explain treatment plans to owners and invoice for services
• Maintain digital and AI-generated records and medical notes for the veterinarian

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Erie Animal Hospital in Erie, PA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, monitor hospitalized patients, and help with exams. You will learn in-house lab work, radiographs, and client education while maintaining friendly client service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate record keeping, basic math for dosages, and safety practices. Weekend availability may be required; prior veterinary experience is preferred, and training is provided.