Veterinary Assistant

Who we are

Little Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant Status: Part-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Thursday and Friday

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where You Can Grow and Make a Difference?

Little Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant to join our busy two-doctor practice. We offer all the advantages of an established, well-managed hospital along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Previous veterinary experience is preferred, but we are willing to train motivated individuals who are eager to learn and ready to take on new challenges. If you're passionate about animal care and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Little Animal Hospital

• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
• A workplace that values teamwork, compassion, and respect
• Consistent scheduling that supports personal well-being

What You’ll Do

• Feed and provide water to animals in our care
• Bathe and provide basic husbandry for patients
• Sterilize equipment and maintain clean examination rooms
• Assist with handling and restraining patients during examinations, treatments, and vaccinations
• Record patient information including weights and medications
• Support veterinarians and technicians with daily patient care needs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
• Assist with daily kennel and hospital operations

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

• Previous veterinary experience preferred but not required
• Excellent animal handling skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Computer skills necessary to maintain patient records
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A workplace where team members genuinely appreciate one another
• Opportunities to develop new skills and grow professionally
• Mentorship from experienced veterinary professionals
• A healthy work-life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside of work
• A supportive culture focused on teamwork and patient care

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

If you’re ready to bring your passion for animal care to a hospital that values teamwork, personal growth, and work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Little Animal Hospital team!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Little Animal 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.