Veterinary Assistant - Flexible Shifts, PTO & Training

Lovet Pet Health Care; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

3 weeks PTO in first year

7 paid holidays

Pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Health, dental, vision, and HSA

Parental leave

Training and mentorship

Development opportunities

Job summary

Lovet Pet Health Care in Buckeye, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our growing animal hospital. You will assist the doctor with procedures under supervision, communicate care plans to clients, and deliver WOW service for pets and their families.

The role requires lifting up to 40 pounds, strong interpersonal skills, and a preference for a certified veterinary technician or associate degree in veterinary assisting. On-site, fast-paced team environment with mentorship.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills are required.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Certification as a veterinary technician is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with medical procedures under direct supervision and help create positive impressions with clients and their pets.
• Provide written and verbal communication to clients regarding their pet’s care and educate them on treatments.
• Deliver excellent customer service to clients and their pets.
• Manage medical records through practice management software.
• Assist with medication dispensing, X-rays, blood draws, catheter placement, sample collection, treatments, diagnostics, vaccines, and animal restraint when necessary.
• Set up, breakdown, cleaning, and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Assist with cleaning all areas of the hospital.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Lifting 40 lbs

Certified veterinary technician (pref)

Education

Associate degree in veterinary assisting (pref)

Job description

Lovet Pet Health Care in Buckeye, AZ is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our growing animal hospital. You will assist the doctor with procedures under supervision, communicate care plans to clients, and deliver WOW service for pets and their families.

The role requires lifting up to 40 pounds, strong interpersonal skills, and a preference for a certified veterinary technician or associate degree in veterinary assisting. On-site, fast-paced team environment with mentorship.