Job Description
Veterinary Assistant
Department: Veterinary Assistants
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 / hour
Veterinary Assistant – 2nd Street Animal Hospital
Are you looking to grow your career as a Veterinary Assistant in a supportive, team-focused animal hospital? 2nd Street Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our veterinary team.
In this hands-on role, you’ll work alongside our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support patient care, animal handling and restraint, treatment assistance, and daily hospital operations This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with animals and wants to continue building their skills in veterinary medicine.
Why Join 2nd Street Animal Hospital?
We’re committed to providing high-quality veterinary care while creating a collaborative and supportive environment for our team. You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience, expand your veterinary skills, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If you’re searching for a Veterinary Assistant opportunity where you can learn, grow, and be an important part of the patient care team, we’d love to hear from you!
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
- Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus
- Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights, process lab specimens, and update client records)
- Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean, well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms, patient cages, and equipment maintenance)
- Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional manner
- Facilitating the proper flow of appointments
- Provide information to clients regarding fees, preventives, medication, prescription diets and wellness packages
- Reinforce veterinarian recommendations
- Perform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
- Dependable
- Self motivated
- Excellent cleaning skills
- Able to work weekends and evenings
- Excellent communication
- Team player
- Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
Benefits
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Competitive Compensation – $15.00–$20.00/hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
- Ongoing Training & Career Development – Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs.
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Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being.
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Exclusive Pet Care Discounts – Significant savings on pet exams, treatments, and boarding.
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Generous Paid Time Off – Recharge with paid vacation and personal days.
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401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.
