Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Companion Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery. We are seeking a versatile, skilled assistant who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — balancing exam room care, surgical support, and client communication at a moderate-to-high clinical level. We are looking for dependable, motivated candidates who bring hands-on clinical experience, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to exceptional patient and client care across all areas of the hospital.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
• Performing radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and laboratory sample collection
• Assisting with surgical setup and patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Monitoring inpatient care and supporting hospitalized patients throughout the day
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $16.00 – $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked, based on skills and experience
• Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday. No weekends and no on-call requirements.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $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

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience is required
• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Surgical setup and assisting
• Phlebotomy and SQ injections
• Inpatient care and monitoring
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
• Accurate medical record documentation
• Client education and communication
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

Why choose Companion Pet Hospital?

Companion Pet Hospital is a progressive, Fear Free certified small animal practice located in the heart of South Philadelphia. Established in 2009, the hospital has grown into a vibrant, 7-doctor team supported by experienced staff members dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care. We're continuing to grow — with some days featuring 2 to 4 doctors in appointments and another dedicated entirely to surgery. Our team is collaborative, diverse, and deeply committed to supporting each other's professional development alongside delivering exceptional medicine.

If you're looking for a practice where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your colleagues are genuinely invested in one another — Companion Pet Hospital is the place.

Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!