Veterinary Assistant: Grow Clinically in a Premier Clinic

Whitehaven Veterinary Center Pets And Pigs; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc access

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Whitehaven Veterinary Center Pets and Pigs in Davenport, IA is hiring a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant. Schedule: Four 9.5-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays. Pay: $18-20/hr.

The role supports the medical team with hands-on care, client communications, and efficient clinic operations. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, stay calm in a fast-paced setting, and demonstrate solid organizational and veterinary skills across labs, pharmacy, nursing, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to stay calm in fast-paced, sometimes stressful environments.
• Confident handling of pets of various sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Fundamental veterinary skills in labs, pharmacy, nursing and radiology are assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care supporting the medical team with hands-on duties.
• Serve as the front-line support for the veterinary team to enable smooth workflow.
• Assist with scheduling, payments, and client communications to ensure a positive experience.
• Maintain a safe, clean hospital environment and perform routine upkeep.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Pet handling

Veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory

Pharmacy

Nursing

Radiology

Job description

Whitehaven Veterinary Center Pets and Pigs in Davenport, IA is hiring a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant. Schedule: Four 9.5-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays. Pay: $18-20/hr.

The role supports the medical team with hands-on care, client communications, and efficient clinic operations. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, stay calm in a fast-paced setting, and demonstrate solid organizational and veterinary skills across labs, pharmacy, nursing, and