Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position

Welcome to Traverse Mountain Pet Care in beautiful Lehi, Utah. Our mission is centered on delivering outstanding medical care, and the trust we have built within the community is evident in our excellent 4.8-star Google rating. We are looking for dedicated professionals who share our commitment to high-quality patient outcomes and collaborative success. If you are seeking a place where you can truly grow your veterinary career, this opportunity is waiting for you. Joining our hospital means becoming part of a supportive network that puts professional development first. We believe that every member of our team deserves the tools to do your best work. Our culture emphasizes continuous education, ensuring that all teammates—from veterinary assistants to technicians and doctors—have formalized programs to achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or expanding your clinical skillset. We support a positive environment where you feel empowered to succeed every day alongside dedicated coworkers. The quality of medicine at Traverse Mountain Pet Care is paramount, backed by the resources of a larger network designed to support advanced care. Our doctors benefit from immediate access to internal specialty consultations, ensuring that complex cases receive expert guidance without delay. We prioritize investments in technology and ongoing training to maintain superior standards of practice, allowing you to focus completely on providing the best possible diagnostics and treatment plans for our patients. This commitment ensures that you have the infrastructure necessary to offer comprehensive and modern veterinary services. Lehi, Utah, provides an ideal backdrop for both professional and personal fulfillment. Located conveniently between Salt Lake City and Provo, Lehi is recognized as the heart of Silicon Slopes, blending innovative technology with stunning natural scenery. Living here means having easy access to world-class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and mountain biking opportunities right outside your door. You will join a rapidly growing, vibrant community that offers a superb quality of life, excellent amenities, and year-round activities for every interest.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.