Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Blessings Pet Hospital is seeking a float Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is a great opportunity for an early-career Veterinary Assistant who enjoys variety and wants to build a well-rounded skillset in a busy veterinary practice. As a float assistant, you'll have the opportunity to support different areas of the hospital, including patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

We're looking for dependable, motivated team members who are eager to learn, work well in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team. This position is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience, develop their veterinary skills, and grow within the profession.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $18 - $21 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Full-time benefits package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs, cats, avian, reptiles, and pocket pets of varying sizes and temperaments
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments and outpatient procedures
• Assist with follow up calls, filling medications, and refill request
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Assist with prepping patients for anesthetic procedures and dentals
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members

Why choose Animal Blessings Pet Hospital?

Animal Blessings Pet Hospital in Missoula, Montana, is committed to providing exceptional veterinary care with compassion, integrity, and personalized service. Our team of four veterinarians provides care for a diverse range of patients, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and pocket pets.

With a welcoming team and modern facilities, we offer a wide variety of services, including wellness care, emergency services, endoscopy, and orthopedic surgery. We strive to create a supportive environment where pets and their families feel valued while providing our team with opportunities to grow and develop their skills across a diverse range of cases.