Veterinary Assistant

Who we are:

Auburn Animal Hospital is Hiring a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Part-time
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Schedule: 1-2 x 5 hour shifts ; 1 x 10 hour shift with Rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, 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 veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Is Cat Hair Basically Part of Your Wardrobe?

Do you consider cat hair a fashion accessory and introduce yourself to strangers' dogs? Do you forget your neighbor's name but somehow know every pet on your street?

If that sounds familiar, the team at Auburn Animal Hospital wants to meet you!

We're looking for an enthusiastic, part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. Whether you already have experience working with animals or you're excited to develop new skills, we're looking for someone who brings curiosity, compassion, and a genuine love for pets and people.

At Auburn Animal Hospital, exceptional patient care goes hand in hand with teamwork, communication, and a healthy work-life balance. We're committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Because when we take care of each other, we're even better equipped to take care of our patients.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

We believe great veterinary medicine starts with a team that enjoys working together and wants to see each other succeed.

At Auburn Animal Hospital, you can look forward to:

• A supportive, team-focused workplace
• A culture built around mutual respect
• Mentorship and support as you develop your veterinary career
• Opportunities to learn new veterinary skills
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• The chance to use your skills to make a difference in your community
• Teammates who encourage each other to keep learning and growing
• A workplace that values communication and collaboration
• A commitment to exceptional patient care
• A team that cares about work-life balance
• Employee pet discounts
• Occasional coffee runs
• Ice cream parties
• Meals on us
• Plenty of patients who will ensure your clothes are never completely free of pet hair

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll be an important part of the Auburn Animal Hospital team, supporting our patients, veterinarians, and fellow team members throughout the day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care
• Providing compassionate and attentive care to patients
• Helping safely handle and restrain animals
• Preparing examination and treatment areas
• Supporting examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Helping maintain clean, organized patient care areas
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients
• Supporting an efficient daily hospital workflow
• Working collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and other support staff
• Learning and developing new veterinary skills
• Asking questions when you need help
• Stepping in to support teammates when they need a hand
• Helping create a positive experience for pets and their people

What You'll Bring

You don't need to know everything on day one. We're looking for someone who is excited to learn, willing to contribute, and ready to be part of a supportive team.

Our ideal Veterinary Assistant brings:

• Previous animal care or veterinary experience is welcome but not required
• A genuine love for animals
• Compassionate and patient animal handling
• A willingness to learn new skills
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Strong communication skills
• A team-first mindset
• Respect for clients and fellow team members
• Reliability and attention to detail
• A desire to grow professionally
• A willingness to help others grow, too
• A commitment to providing exceptional patient care
• The ability to show up ready to contribute and be your best self

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Auburn Animal Hospital, professional growth isn't something you have to figure out alone.

We believe the more you know, the better off we all are, which is why mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities to develop your skills are an important part of our culture.

You'll have opportunities to use what you learn to make a meaningful difference for pets and people in your community-all while working alongside teammates who believe mutual respect leads to remarkable results.

And because a great workplace can include a little fun, too, don't be surprised by the occasional coffee run, ice cream party, or meal on us.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Benefit eligibility may vary based on part-time status. Benefits designated as full-time only are subject to eligibility requirements.

Financial Benefits

• 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 (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 (full-time employees only; available 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

Come Grow With Us!

If you're looking for a part-time Veterinary Assistant position where you can learn, grow, care for animals, and be part of a team that genuinely supports one another, Auburn Animal Hospital would love to meet you.

Bring your enthusiasm, compassion, curiosity, and willingness to learn. We'll bring the mentorship, professional development, supportive teammates, and maybe even the occasional ice cream party.

Apply today and grow with us at Auburn Animal Hospital!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Auburn Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.