Veterinary Assistant

Who we are:

Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

• Position Details
• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Hospital Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM-6 PM. Saturday, 8 AM-1 PM

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where Teamwork, Growth, and Compassion Matter?

Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital is searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team! We are a two-doctor small animal practice proudly serving pets and families throughout our community while focusing on high-quality patient care, client education, and compassionate service every day.

Our team is made up of smart, supportive, funny, and genuinely kind individuals who truly enjoy working together. We believe veterinary medicine should be collaborative, rewarding, and even fun. If you're looking for a hospital where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Working Here

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for mentorship, learning, and professional growth
• A workplace culture built around positivity, teamwork, and compassion
• Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them
• Quarterly team rewards and employee appreciation activities
• Coffee runs, team meals, ice cream parties, and fun workplace events from time to time

What You'll Do

• Support veterinarians and technicians with patient care and daily hospital operations
• Assist with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and procedures
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment
• Support surgical and wellness appointments while delivering compassionate care
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members
• Educate clients on preventive care and treatment recommendations as directed
• Assist with maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
• Provide excellent patient care and client service in a fast-paced environment

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
• Passion for veterinary medicine and patient care
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Compassion for clients, patients, and coworkers
• Willingness to continue learning and growing professionally
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced clinical environment
• Sense of humor and enthusiasm for supporting both pets and people

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely values and supports one another
• A positive hospital culture focused on collaboration and kindness
• Opportunities to expand your veterinary knowledge and skillset
• Meaningful work making a difference in your community every day
• A workplace that believes great veterinary medicine starts with taking care of its people

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for a supportive and compassionate veterinary team that values your skills, encourages your growth, and truly appreciates its employees, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic self. We believe our differences make us stronger, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.