Veterinary Assistant

Sunridge Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Wednesday - Friday 8 am - 6 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, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where Your Skills Truly Matter?

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team of veterinary professionals. This role is essential to maintaining efficient hospital operations, supporting patient care, and ensuring an exceptional experience for our clients and their pets.

Our ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy working collaboratively, take pride in delivering excellent patient care, and value teamwork, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Working Here

• Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and respect
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient care and client experience
• Mentorship and support from experienced veterinary professionals
• A workplace that values positivity, communication, and teamwork
• Employee benefits that support both personal and professional well-being

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians with physical examinations, vaccinations, surgeries, dental procedures, euthanasia, and client education
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize equipment and treatment areas
• Monitor and accurately record patient vital signs
• Provide compassionate nursing care and support for patients
• Maintain kennels and treatment areas to hospital cleanliness standards
• Safely restrain animals during examinations and procedures
• Perform diagnostic imaging and laboratory procedures as directed by veterinarians
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians
• Observe patient behavior and communicate findings to the veterinary team
• Complete medical SOAP notes and maintain accurate patient records
• Monitor patient flow and help maintain efficient room turnover
• Assist with opening and closing duties and daily hospital checklists
• Support hospital efficiency and maintain a positive client experience
• Follow all hospital policies, protocols, and safety standards

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask while maintaining a calm, positive demeanor
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to compassionate patient care
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Ability to motivate others and contribute to a productive work environment
• Reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced veterinary setting

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely supports one another
• Opportunities to learn and expand your skillset
• Leadership that values your contributions and ideas
• A positive hospital culture focused on growth and teamwork
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects 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)
• 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
• 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 veterinary assistant position where your skills, compassion, and dedication will be appreciated, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to exceptional patient care and outstanding client service!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Sunridge Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.