Veterinary Care Assistant – Pet Care & Team Support

Gull Lake Animal Hospital; Richland Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) invites a Veterinary Assistant to join our caring, pet-focused team. You will support multiple departments by aiding with patient care, handling hospitalized animals and assisting with routine diagnostics.

This role emphasizes a team approach, physical stamina, and compassion for animals in stress or pain, with opportunities to learn radiography, bloodwork, and daily hospital tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle stressed, ill or in-pain animals.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and work in standing/bent positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Aid with routine diagnostic tests (radiographs, bloodwork, fecal).
• Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas.
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
• Feeding and bathing animals.
• Answer phones.
• Help clients with their pets.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Animal care

Restraint

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) invites a Veterinary Assistant to join our caring, pet-focused team. You will support multiple departments by aiding with patient care, handling hospitalized animals and assisting with routine diagnostics.

This role emphasizes a team approach, physical stamina, and compassion for animals in stress or pain, with opportunities to learn radiography, bloodwork, and daily hospital tasks.