Veterinary Assistant - Stoney Creek Veterinary Hospital

PetVet Care Centers; Morton (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption,f

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — Calm app

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Stoney Creek Veterinary Hospital in Morton, Pennsylvania is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team, supporting veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks and ensuring compassionate patient care.

The role includes cleaning and maintaining equipment, assisting with exams, anesthesia prep, and administrative duties while upholding our Culture of Care and delivering exceptional service to pets and their families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Related experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, weigh patients and record vital signs.
• Triage patients, perform exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications or patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment (EKG, pumps, scales, monitors).
• Fill prescriptions, document medications and controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed and monitor appetites.
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and treatment plans.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and proper chemical safety.
• Bath and groom patients staying overnight and ensure clean release.
• Adhere to safety and wellness regulations and follow directions from DVM/LVT.

Education

High school diploma or GED.

Related experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.

18 years of age or older

Equivalent combinations of education, certification, training, and/or experiences

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a veterinary assistant!

PetVet Care Centers' Stoney Creek Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Stoney Creek Veterinary Hospital in Morton, Pennsylvania has built a stellar reputation as one of Delaware County's premier veterinary practices since opening in 1987, serving pets across Morton, Philadelphia, Springfield, Media, and beyond with comprehensive services from wellness and dental care to surgery and behavioral counseling. The team is highly regarded for their responsiveness, technical skill, and the genuine warmth they bring to every interaction — qualities reflected in an overwhelmingly loyal and vocal client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Related experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experiences.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday with alternating Saturday

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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