Veterinary Assistant
Montpelier Veterinary Hospital
$15 - $18 / hour
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Description
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Montpelier Veterinary Hospital is a hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our mission to provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: Full-time , Monday- Friday, one weekend a month for kennel
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Montpelier Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support its team in delivering medical and surgical care to dogs and cats. You'll work Monday through Friday with one weekend shift per month, assisting veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures, handling animal restraint and care, preparing sterile surgical and exam spaces, collecting diagnostic samples, and maintaining clinic operations. The role requires hands-on competency with disinfection protocols, medication administration, and diagnostic equipment, along with the physical capability and temperament to work safely with animals.
This position suits someone with prior veterinary experience who is organized, reliable, and genuinely committed to animal welfare. You'll communicate directly with pet owners about care and treatment, keep medical records accurate, and contribute to maintaining a clean, well-stocked clinic environment. Compensation ranges from $15 to $18 per hour based on your background and skills.
The hospital offers a solid benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, an employee pet discount, and a $1,000 referral bonus if you bring in new team members. This is part of a network of 180+ partner hospitals, suggesting room for growth and professional development within a larger organization.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $60,000
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$15 to $18 per hour
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