Veterinary Assistant
Londonderry Animal Hospital
$17 - $18 / hour
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Description
Londonderry Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during its 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 our patients with high-quality, compassionate medical care, 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.
- Continuing education opportunities for our licensed technicians to grow and thrive in their careers
Salary: $16.75-$17.50 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position, averaging 30 -35 hours per week. The hospital is open Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 7:30 pm, and Friday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm.
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.
About Londonderry Animal Hospital
Londonderry Animal Hospital, located in Middletown, PA, provides comprehensive veterinary care, treating pets as part of the family. They offer a wide range of services, from routine wellness exams to more specialized care, ensuring pets receive the best treatment. With a dedicated and experienced team, the hospital focuses on high-quality care in a welcoming environment, emphasizing the health and well-being of pets while fostering strong client relationships.
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Londonderry Animal Hospital in Middletown is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to support their veterinarians and technicians in delivering comprehensive pet care. You'll work across the full scope of clinic operations—assisting during exams and surgeries, handling and restraining animals, preparing sterile treatment areas, collecting samples, administering medications under supervision, and maintaining medical records. The role also includes hands-on animal care like feeding and exercise, client communication about treatment plans, and keeping the clinic clean and well-stocked. This is a full-time position averaging 30–35 hours per week, with hours spanning Monday through Thursday 7:30 am to 7:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
The hospital requires prior veterinary experience and practical knowledge of disinfection, medication administration, and diagnostic equipment. You'll need the physical capability to handle animals safely and compassionately, along with attention to detail for record-keeping and clinic standards. The position pays $16.75–$17.50 per hour based on your background and skills.
Londonderry offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, an employee pet discount, and access to continuing education. They're also part of a network of 180+ partner hospitals, and you can earn a $1,000 referral bonus for bringing new team members on board. This role suits someone with hands-on veterinary experience who thrives in a fast-paced clinic environment and is committed to animal welfare and client service.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $60,000
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