Job Description

Heartland Veterinary Clinic is seeking a motivated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys working closely with animals and people, and is eager to learn and grow in veterinary medicine.

Our team works hard to provide excellent medical care while creating a supportive, collaborative workplace. We are looking for someone who is dependable, flexible, and ready to jump in wherever needed.

Schedule

Part-time position working 5 days per week (20+ hours).

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Driven and dependable with a strong work ethic
• Passionate about animals and client communication
• Team-oriented and adaptable in a fast-moving environment
• Motivated, compassionate, and a quick learner
• Willing to pitch in wherever needed, from treatment to kennel care
• Comfortable multitasking and maintaining attention to detail in a busy clinic

Responsibilities

Veterinary Assistants play an essential role in patient care and daily clinic operations. Duties may include:

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians during examinations and procedures
• Safely restraining pets for exams, treatments, blood draws, and nail trims, etc.
• Preparing exam rooms and treatment areas
• Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining medical equipment
• Feeding, walking, and providing basic care for hospitalized pets
• Assisting with laboratory sample collection and processing
• Maintaining a clean and organized hospital environment
• General kennel care, laundry, and sanitation duties

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on your feet and handle animals safely
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Prior veterinary or animal care experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate

If you are passionate about animal care and enjoy working with a supportive team that values compassion, efficiency, and excellent client service, we would love to hear from you.

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours

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