Veterinary Assistant

Who We Are Primary Pet Care in Stow, Ohio, is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our close-knit team. We’re a two-doctor small animal practice offering wellness care, dentistry, spay and neuter procedures, and urgent care services. We work hard, laugh often, and believe a strong team makes all the difference. Around here, you can expect plenty of learning, stocked snacks, clinic decorating, celebrations for the big things and the silly things, and the occasional friendly competition. Most importantly, you’ll join a team that supports one another and takes pride in providing excellent care. Position Details Role: Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Compensation is negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Four-day workweek, Tuesday through Friday; no weekends Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support for veterinary technician licensing, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Four-day workweeks, no weekends, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here Four-day workweek, Tuesday through Friday No weekend shifts Supportive team where asking for help is encouraged A close-knit culture that works hard and has fun together Opportunities to learn from your teammates and continue building your skills A hospital committed to providing care you can be proud of Plenty of snacks, celebrations, decorations, and team fun Leadership that values teamwork, communication, and work-life balance What Our Veterinary Assistants Do Gather thorough patient histories and obtain relevant information for appointments Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient care Assist with sample collection and diagnostic procedures based on experience Support dental, surgical, wellness, and urgent care appointments Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence Maintain clear, complete, and accurate medical records Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, organized, and well stocked Collaborate with doctors and teammates to maintain an efficient daily workflow Jump in where needed to help the team deliver exceptional patient care What You’ll Bring Previous Veterinary Assistant experience Confidence handling and restraining patients safely Professional and compassionate communication with clients and coworkers Strong client education skills Dependability and a team-first mindset Ability to stay organized and productive in a busy clinical environment Willingness to jump in and help wherever needed Positive attitude and genuine passion for veterinary medicine Desire to continue learning and growing professionally The Extras You’ll Actually Feel At Primary Pet Care, we believe great patient care starts with a team that enjoys working together. You’ll have coworkers who are ready to lend a hand, share what they know, and celebrate wins along the way. With a four-day workweek and no weekends, you’ll also have the time and space to enjoy life outside the hospital. Add in stocked snacks, plenty of laughter, fun team traditions, and a culture built on collaboration, and you’ll find a workplace that takes both excellent medicine and employee well-being seriously. Financial Benefits Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program for Veterinary Technician Licensing (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a supportive team, a four-day workweek, and a hospital where you can grow your skills while enjoying the people you work with, we’d love to meet you. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Primary Pet Care and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vetcor