Veterinary Assistant
Companion Pet Hospital
$18 - $28 / hour
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Description
Companion Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile, skilled assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to fully utilize a well-rounded clinical skillset across surgery, outpatient care, and exam room support — in one of Philadelphia's most distinctive and values-driven veterinary practices. As Philadelphia's only Fear Free Certified Practice and the only clinic in the city to simultaneously hold the AAFP Cat Friendly Practice designation, we aren't just talking about low-stress, patient-centered care — we've earned the credentials to prove it.
If those values matter to you as much as they do to us, keep reading.
We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.
In this position, you will take an active role in:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
- Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
- Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery as directed by the veterinary team
- Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
- Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $18 - 28 per hour, for each hour worked
- Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a flexible 4 x 10 or 5 x 8 schedule, and availability needed Monday–Friday.
- When the hospital reopens on Saturdays, weekend shifts will rotate among staff.
- No on-call requirements.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Penn Foster Scholarship Program Offered
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Surgical setup and assisting
- Phlebotomy and SQ injections
- Inpatient care and monitoring
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Client education and communication
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
Why choose Companion Pet Hospital?
Companion Pet Hospital is an 8-doctor small animal practice that holds a distinction no other veterinary practice in Philadelphia can claim: we are the city's only Fear Free Certified Practice and the only clinic to simultaneously hold the AAFP Cat Friendly Practice designation. In a city of over 1.5 million people and hundreds of veterinary practices — only one has earned both. We believe patient comfort and gold-standard medicine aren't competing priorities — they go hand in hand, and everything we do reflects that.
Founded in 2009 in the heart of Pennsport, South Philadelphia, CPH has grown into a green-certified, 6,000 sq ft hospital offering daily surgery and dentistry, wellness and preventative care — all backed by a collaborative, long-tenured team that genuinely takes pride in the medicine and the culture they've built together. If you're looking for a practice where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your colleagues are genuinely invested in one another — Companion Pet Hospital is the place.
Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Companion Pet Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- life insurance
- sick leave
About this role
Companion Pet Hospital, Philadelphia's only practice holding both Fear Free Certification and AAFP Cat Friendly Practice designation, is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support its full range of clinical operations. You'd work across exam rooms, outpatient care, surgery, and dentistry—handling patient restraint and monitoring, assisting with procedures, performing radiography and phlebotomy, and managing treatment areas. The role demands someone comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment who can communicate clearly with clients about discharge instructions and treatment plans while maintaining meticulous medical records.
This is a full-time position offering flexibility between 4x10 and 5x8 schedules, Monday through Friday, with rotating Saturday shifts once the hospital reopens. The hospital expects at least two years of prior veterinary or animal care experience and solid proficiency in core clinical skills including surgical assisting, phlebotomy, radiography, and low-stress patient handling. Compensation ranges from $18 to $28 per hour depending on experience, with a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and a personal pet discount.
The practice values long-term team stability and genuine investment in patient care—it's an eight-doctor operation founded in 2009 that has built its reputation on the principle that patient comfort and high-quality medicine reinforce each other. If you have the clinical foundation and thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment, this could be a solid fit.
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