Veterinary Assistant Part-time

Marsveterinary; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Mars Veterinary in Marshall, MI is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for a part-time role in a collaborative environment. You will support doctors and technicians while ensuring a positive experience for pets and their families. Responsibilities include restraining pets, preparing exam rooms, collecting patient histories, and maintaining medical records. Ideal candidates should have a passion for animal care, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures.
• Collect patient histories and support client communication.
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs.
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant experience

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Passion for patient care

Job description

Veterinary Assistant at VCA Marshall Animal Hospital

Schedule: Part-time opportunity

About Our Hospital

At VCA Marshall Animal Hospital we provide high-quality veterinary care, including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client service. We’re excited to welcome a new DVM to our team this summer and are continuing to grow our collaborative hospital team as we expand the care and support we provide to our patients and clients.

About VCA

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.

What You’ll Do

• Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
• Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
• Collect patient histories and support client communication
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
• Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day

What We’re Looking For

• Veterinary Assistant experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learnli>
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Passion for patient care and client service

Location

713 Brewer St, Marshall, MI 49068

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.