Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Columbus, OH

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

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

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

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• 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: $16 - $17 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time or part-time position, with availability needed Monday-Wednesday, and Friday. No weekends! Because of our staffing needs, we are not able to offer scheduling around other employment or academic commitments.

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

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

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Why choose us?

Rooted in community and driven by compassion, Bexley Animal Hospital aims to serve as a trusted partner in our patients' lifetime health. As a full-service, 3-doctor hospital in Columbus, located just 10 minutes from campus, we offer preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and ongoing support in a welcoming, client-focused environment. We focus on empowering pet owners with information, guidance, and clear care options, and our mission is to help pet owners make the best choices for their pets - at our clinic, as well as at home. Our goal is to deliver attentive, quality-driven veterinary care in a welcoming environment where pets feel safe — and their humans feel heard.