Veterinary Assistant

Heritage Pet Hospital

Rochester, US
Base: $18-$27 ph; bonus/equity: eligible for perfo...
On-site
Assist veterinarians and technicians
Maintain clean and disinfected areas
Monitor patient vital signs
Heritage Pet Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their award-winning team as they prepare to open a new state-of-the-art facility in 2026. The ideal candidate will support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring the safety and comfort of pets while fostering meaningful relationships with clients

Job Summary

  • The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.
  • Responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting exam rooms, obtaining patient information, calming and restraining pets, monitoring vital signs, and providing client education.
  • Benefits include PTO, employee pet discount, 401K with company match, medical/dental/vision insurance, and employer-paid life and disability insurance.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Heritage Pet Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their award-winning team as they prepare to open a new state-of-the-art facility in 2026. The ideal candidate will support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring the safety and comfort of pets while fostering meaningful relationships with clients.

Salary

Base: $18-$27 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for performance-based bonus; Benefits: PTO, Generous Employee Pet Discount, EAP, 401K with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, HSA, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Employer Paid Life/AD&D, Employer Paid STD/LTD

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist veterinarians and technicians
  • Maintain clean and disinfected areas
  • Monitor patient vital signs
  • Handle and restrain pets
  • Provide client education

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and collaborative team
  • Award-winning practice
  • Mentorship-friendly environment
  • Customer-oriented approach

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • One year of pet care experience preferred
  • NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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