Veterinary Clinic Assistant

Animal Medical Center of Mid-America; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long term disability insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Fear Free Certification

Attendance rewards

40% off veterinary services

15% off prescription diets

$50 off pet adoptions

10% off gift shop

Purina Pro discounts

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of Mid-America (AMCMA), operated by the Humane Society of Missouri, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant at our AAHA-accredited, not-for-profit veterinary clinic and surgery center. This is a hands-on opportunity to build your skills and explore a variety of career paths in veterinary medicine.

Schedule & pay: Full-time, four 10-hour shifts Monday through Saturday (Saturday 8 hours); starting at $17/hour, with higher pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience handling or restraining animals.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Veterinary clinic experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with animal restraint
• Prepare vaccines, medications, and lab samples
• Support surgical prep and monitor anesthesia
• Educate clients and help manage appointments, invoicing, and follow-ups
• Maintain medical records and assist with cleaning and sterilizing equipment

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Were you the kid who dreamed of becoming a vet? Here's your chance to start that journey. The Animal Medical Center of Mid-America (AMCMA), operated by the Humane Society of Missouri, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant at our AAHA-accredited, not-for-profit veterinary clinic and surgery center.

This is a hands-on opportunity to build your skills and explore a variety of career paths in veterinary medicine. Many of our former assistants have gone on to vet tech programs or veterinary school. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your experience, you'll be part of a fast-paced, compassionate team that makes a real impact every day.

As part of HSMO, proceeds from our clinic support the rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of animals in need-so every shift directly supports our mission.

In this role, you will:

• Assist veterinarians with animal restraint
• Prepare vaccines, medications, and lab samples
• Support surgical prep and monitor anesthesia
• Educate clients and help manage appointments, invoicing, and follow-ups
• Maintain medical records and assist with cleaning and sterilizing equipment

What we're looking for:

• Experience handling or restraining animals
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team
• Veterinary clinic experience preferred but not required

Schedule & Pay:

• Full-time: Four 10-hour shifts Monday through Saturday (Saturday shifts are 8 hours)
• Starting at $17/hour, with higher pay considered based on experience

Employee Benefits:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid Long term disability and life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Individual Fear Free Certification
• Rewards for great attendance

Employee Discounts (after 90 days):

• 40% off veterinary services
• 15% off prescription diets
• $50 off pet adoptions at HSMO
• 10% off gift shop
• Purina for Professionals discount