Job Description

Who we are

Bartels Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Monday through Friday with rotating weekends

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options, up to three weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, generous PTO, and valuable employee pet benefits help support your well-being both at work and beyond.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education support, uniform allowance, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community help you continue learning, developing your skills, and advancing your veterinary career.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, regular lunch breaks, no nights, and no on-call shifts help support a healthy balance between your career and life outside the hospital.

Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, we would love to hear from you! Bartels Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team of compassionate professionals providing high-quality veterinary care.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys being hands-on, thrives as part of a collaborative team, and wants to put their veterinary skills to work every day. At Bartels Pet Hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to support patients and clients while continuing to learn, grow, and build your veterinary career in an environment where your contributions matter.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here

• Flexibility with scheduling to help ensure a healthy work-life balance
• Employee benefits designed to support both the body and the mind
• The opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
• Lunch breaks on the reg
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• No nights and no on-call shifts
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career
• A compassionate team committed to high-quality veterinary care

What Our Veterinary Assistants Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
• Support the medical team in delivering efficient, high-quality veterinary care
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment
• Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized or boarding patients
• Prepare supplies and treatment areas for patient care
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas
• Support daily clinic operations and collaborate with teammates to keep the day running smoothly
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and fellow team members

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Previous veterinary assistant experience
• The ability to multitask and manage your time in a dynamic veterinary environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• A compassionate approach to patient care
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Reliability and a willingness to jump in wherever your team needs you
• A desire to continue learning and strengthening your veterinary skills
• A positive attitude and commitment to providing an excellent experience for patients and clients

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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)
• Paid parental leave of up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child after one year of service (full-time only; in states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional Growth & Recognition

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor’s TechLife community

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to join a team of amazing people! If you’re ready to put your experience to work, continue building your veterinary skills, and become part of a supportive team committed to outstanding patient care and client service, we want to hear from you. We can’t wait to welcome you to the team. Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Bartels Pet 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 exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.