Veterinary Clinical Assistant

PetWow; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free in-house services

At-cost third-party services

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Short/long-term disability

Retirement

Uniform and shoes

PWVT

Job summary

PetWow in the Northern Kentucky area is seeking a skilled veterinary assistant to join our team. The role involves supporting doctors with exams, educating clients, and creating a positive experience for pets and their owners.

You must have prior experience in a veterinary clinic, be able to restrain animals safely, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. We offer a $2,000 onboarding signing bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital with a demonstrable skill set.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Effective and professional communication with clients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Collect vital information on animals' health and record electronically.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment and supplies.
• Take radiographs and collect laboratory samples for testing.
• Provide supportive care for hospitalized pets.
• Educate clients about products and services.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Vet clinic experience

Animal restraint

Client communication

Job description

Make an impact by joining our team and caring for the pets and people who love them!

Over 30,000 pet owners in the Northern Kentucky – Greater Cincinnati area trust their pet’s healthcare to PetWow!

Who We Are:

PetWow is a family-owned veterinary company founded in 1971. We operate two Northern Kentucky hospitals and a fleet of mobile wellness vehicles serving the Greater Cincinnati area.

Our mission is simple: strengthen people and pets by making pet care easy.

We work hard, move quickly, and care deeply about our team, clients, and patients. We believe great pet care starts with great people, which is why we focus on creating a supportive and team-oriented workplace with opportunities to grow, regular recognition for strong performance, and a servant leadership approach.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Veterinary Assistant to welcome to our team.

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced veterinary environment where teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential. Team members play a direct role in patient care by assisting doctors with exam room appointments, educating clients, and helping create a positive experience for both pets and their owners.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys staying busy, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality patient care.

To provide the best possible care for our patients, team members should be comfortable working within our operating hours without longstanding restriction. While this position is primarily based at one hospital location, occasional coverage at our nearby hospitals (all within a 15‑mile radius) may be requested to support our teams and patients. Because schedules are built around patient care needs, some week‑to‑week variation may occur. Candidates with reliable availability, adaptability, and a collaborative, team‑focused approach will be especially successful in this role

Responsibilities

• Collect vital information on animals' health and record electronically.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment and supplies.
• Take radiographs and collect laboratory samples for testing.
• Provide supportive care for hospitalized pets.
• Educate clients about products and services.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

What Success Looks Like:

Successful team members in this role:

• Stay calm, positive, and dependable in a fast‑paced environment
• Handle pets safely, confidently, and compassionately
• Communicate professionally with clients and coworkers
• Multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail
• Take initiative and work well as part of a team
• Adapt quickly to changing patient and hospital needs
• Take pride in providing excellent patient and client care
• Must have prior experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital with a demonstrable skill set.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Effective and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to participate in our team‑based schedule with fair rotations.
• Physical fitness: this role is very demanding. You must be able to help restrain large animals, help carry heavy loads,
• and be on your feet for extended periods.

Compensation and Benefits

$2000.00 onboarding signing bonus paid in three installments:

$500.00 on 1st paycheck/$500.00 upon completion of training/ $1000.00 6 months post-training

Annual Salary Range:$35,360 – $37,440. Hourly is $17.00/hr - $18.00/hr.

Placement within rangeis determined by experience.

• Free In-House Veterinary Services
• At cost third-party veterinary services and products
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term (Maternity Leave) and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement
• Uniform and Shoe Benefits
• PWVT