Veterinary Assistant

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Position at Pets and Vets as Partners


Veterinary Assistant

Pets and Vets as Partners is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited hospital in West Lafayette, IN ! Our Veterinary Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care and client service. You will work closely with doctors and veterinary nurses to increase the efficiency of our hospital as well as the level of care we provide as a team. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession! We're offering a generous signing bonus to kickstart your career with us!

About Us:

Pets and Vets has been a vital part of the West Lafayette community for over 30 years, dedicated to providing compassionate care to our clients and their pets. We leverage cutting-edge technology in dental, medical, surgical and wellness care, enhancing patient outcomes. "Quality pet care with a gentle touch" is our mission and we pride ourselves in practicing each day.

Our supportive team culture ensures everyone feels valued, promoting a fulfilling and sustainable career while offering the flexibility to maintain a balanced life outside of work. We are deeply committed to your personal well-being and understand the importance of having time for your hobbies, quality family moments, and self-care.

If you're looking for a hospital that will support your veterinary career, apply today!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Animal handling and restraint
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures
• Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas
• Restock and organize medical supplies
• Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
• A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Benefits and Perks:

• Generous signing bonus
• Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• United Health Care UMR Insurance Plans with 3 tiered options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Complimentary Short-Term Disability
• Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• Long Term Disability option (paid for by employee)
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
• LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX HEALTHCARE (if UMR enrolled)
• Sword Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Program (if UMR enrolled)
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

Pets and Vets as Partners is a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.


United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.