Veterinary Assistant

Penny Paws Veterinary Community Outreach Is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Status: Part-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience and credentials

Schedule: Weekend schedule required; Saturdays and Sundays with 1012 hour shifts

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 pet 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 role that's anything but ordinary? If you enjoy helping pets, educating clients, and taking veterinary care directly into the community, we'd love to meet you.

Penny Paws Veterinary Community Outreach is dedicated to making preventive veterinary care more accessible for pets and the families who love them. Our mobile wellness clinics provide convenient, compassionate care while creating positive experiences for every client we serve.

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working as part of a collaborative mobile team, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about client education and exceptional patient care.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Meaningful work bringing veterinary care directly into the community
• Collaborative team that values communication, kindness, and professionalism
• Opportunity to educate pet owners and improve access to preventive care
• Variety throughout your day with new locations, patients, and experiences
• Leaders who appreciate your contributions and support your professional growth
• Positive workplace where teamwork and compassion come first
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on pets and their families

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians during mobile wellness clinics and preventive care appointments
• Administer vaccines and other wellness services as directed
• Educate clients about preventive care, wellness packages, and recommended services
• Accurately document services performed using EzyVet
• Prepare, organize, load, unload, and maintain mobile equipment and supplies
• Verify inventory before and after each clinic
• Maintain clean equipment and organized work areas
• Monitor patient safety and provide compassionate handling throughout appointments
• Collaborate closely with teammates to ensure efficient, high-quality client service
• Communicate effectively with team members throughout each clinic day

What You'll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Strong technical and patient handling skills
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• Positive attitude and collaborative, team-first mindset
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work in a physically active role
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Dependability, flexibility, and passion for providing exceptional veterinary care

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• The opportunity to bring veterinary care directly to underserved communities
• Meaningful relationships with clients, patients, and teammates
• A workplace where your contributions truly make a difference
• Leaders who encourage your professional development
• Variety in your day with mobile clinics and changing locations
• A team that's passionate about making veterinary care accessible for everyone

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• 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 career where your technical skills, compassion, and commitment to client education will make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why Penny Paws Veterinary Community Outreach is such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Penny Paws Veterinary Community Outreach and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.

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