Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and humanely restrain animals for exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Assist veterinarians and technicians during day to day and emergency procedures
• Provide clear, compassionate client education regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions
• Support triage and patient intake in a walk-in emergency setting
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes promptly
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-prepared exam and treatment areas
• Actively support teammates to ensure smooth, efficient workflow during all shifts

Qualifications

• Veterinary assistant or hands-on animal care experience required
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills with a focus on safety
• Proven reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to professionalism
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and supportive in emergency situations
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and team members
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a shared team schedule
• Interest in long-term employment and professional growth within veterinary medicine

About Us:
Hobart Animal Clinic is a 24/7 walk-in veterinary clinic built on dedication, consistency, and teamwork. Veterinary medicine demands more than technical skill—it requires reliability, trust, and people who show up for their patients and their coworkers. We are proud of our collaborative culture and are committed to developing team members who want to build a long-term career in veterinary medicine.
Our Core Values: Teamwork & Commitment
At Hobart Animal Clinic, teamwork is not optional—it is essential. We rely on one another in high-pressure situations and value individuals who:
•\tTake responsibility for their role on the team
•\tCommunicate openly and respectfully
•\tStep in to support coworkers without being asked
•\tAre dependable, punctual, and consistent
•\tAre committed to growing their skills and staying with the team long term
We are looking for someone who wants more than a job—someone seeking stability, growth, and a place to invest their career.

Company Description

About Us:\nHobart Animal Clinic is a 24/7 walk-in veterinary clinic built on dedication, consistency, and teamwork. Veterinary medicine demands more than technical skill—it requires reliability, trust, and people who show up for their patients and their coworkers. We are proud of our collaborative culture and are committed to developing team members who want to build a long-term career in veterinary medicine.\nOur Core Values: Teamwork & Commitment\nAt Hobart Animal Clinic, teamwork is not optional—it is essential. We rely on one another in high-pressure situations and value individuals who:\n•\tTake responsibility for their role on the team\n•\tCommunicate openly and respectfully\n•\tStep in to support coworkers without being asked\n•\tAre dependable, punctual, and consistent\n•\tAre committed to growing their skills and staying with the team long term\nWe are looking for someone who wants more than a job—someone seeking stability, growth, and a place to invest their career.\n