Veterinary Assistant: Full-Time Care, Surgery & Client Support

Hometown Animal Clinic; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus up to $500

Job summary

Hometown Animal Clinic in Boise, ID is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This versatile role offers opportunities to work in patient care, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures with a focus on compassionate service.

The position is full-time with a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday, occasional weekend shifts, and hourly compensation of $17–$21.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe, stress-free animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Patient care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Radiographs

Job description

Hometown Animal Clinic in Boise, ID is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This versatile role offers opportunities to work in patient care, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures with a focus on compassionate service.

The position is full-time with a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday, occasional weekend shifts, and hourly compensation of $17–$21.