Veterinary Technician Assistant

Bedford Veterinary Medical Center; Bedford, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is a state-of-the-art, multi-doctor hospital providing top-quality care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in Southern New Hampshire. We are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to support our team and help ensure excellent patient and client experiences.

You will assist veterinarians and technicians, keep the hospital organized and stocked, and learn clinic workflows in a friendly, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary experience preferred or equivalent hands-on care
• Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Able to multitask in a busy clinic environment
• Punctual, dependable, and eager to learn

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized hospital areas and restock supplies
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient handling and care
• Greet clients and provide warm, professional service
• Support lab work and sample handling as needed
• Help with exam room preparation and treatment areas

Skills

Veterinary experience

Team player

Customer service

Job description

Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in the Southern New Hampshire area. We practice the highest quality medicine while providing our pets and clients with the utmost care and compassion. Our hospital offers many services including annual wellness care, anesthesia and sedation, dentistry, internal medicine, laser therapy, in-house pharmacy, surgery, urgent/immediate care, and acupuncture. We are ready with a positive, experienced support staff and excellent clientele and well equipped with ultrasound, digital radiography, dental x-ray, and a complete in-house laboratory. And at our sister hospital in Hudson, Lowell Road Veterinary Center, we offer rehabilitation services such as underwater treadmill therapy, massage therapy, laser therapy, modality exercises, and more. We aim to make sure our clients and pets experiences leave them with a comfortable feeling as if they are an extended part of Bedford Veterinary Medical Center’s family!

We are located in beautiful southern, New Hampshire! Tax-free New Hampshire is a fantastic place to live and offers beaches, mountains, and city life, all within a short driving distance from our location! It is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and is an excellent place to live and/or raise a family!

We’re looking for a caring, dependableVeterinary Technician Assistantto support our team and help ensure top-quality care for every patient and client who walks through our doors.

About the Role:

As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our day-to-day operations. You’ll support our veterinarians and technicians by keeping the hospital clean, organized, and fully stocked—while learning the flow of the clinic and gradually taking on more hands‑on responsibilities with patients.

Cleaning and maintaining all hospital areas to ensure a safe, sanitary environment

Restocking exam rooms, treatment areas, and supplies

Learning hospital protocols and assisting with patient handling and care

Safely restraining animals during exams or procedures (with training)

Providing support to the veterinary team during appointments and treatments

Interacting with clients and pets in a warm, professional manner

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary experience preferred

Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented mindset

Strong communication and customer service skills

Able to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinic

Fast learner with attention to detail and a can-do attitude

Punctual, dependable, and ready to work

Comfortable receiving and applying constructive feedback

A self-starter with a desire to continually grow and improve

Experience with animal handling, lab samples, or medical support is a plus, but not required

Additional Information

Job Type:Full-time and Part-time

Pay:$20-$28/hr

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.