Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Training & Team Support

Amerivet-Veterinary-Partners; Sharon (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no

Competitive pay and bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Mental health resources

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Sharon Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our thriving practice. The assistant will support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and daily tasks, and be confident in rooming patients and proper animal handling.

Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must, with a positive, team-oriented mindset. Experience with animal handling and restraint is required; CVT/RVT/LVT certification is preferred or licensure eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• CVT/RVT/LVT certification preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Licensure eligibility

Licensure preferred

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program

CVT/RVT/LVT certification preferred

Veterinary Technician degree preferred

Job description

Sharon Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our thriving practice. The assistant will support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and daily tasks, and be confident in rooming patients and proper animal handling.

Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must, with a positive, team-oriented mindset. Experience with animal handling and restraint is required; CVT/RVT/LVT certification is preferred or licensure eligibility.