What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Aylett Animal Hospital?
Aylett Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Position Details
Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Part-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: 25–30 hours per week
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 Part-Time Veterinary Assistant Role with a Supportive Team?
Aylett Animal Hospital is seeking a dependable and experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. If you're passionate about animal care, enjoy working alongside a dedicated veterinary team, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive hospital where your skills and contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Aylett Animal Hospital
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals
- Meaningful hands-on patient care experience
- A collaborative culture focused on teamwork and compassion
- The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
- Safely restrain and handle patients during examinations and procedures
- Support patient care, monitoring, and daily hospital operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
- Communicate professionally with clients and team members
- Support the veterinary team in providing exceptional patient care
What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring
- Previous Veterinary Assistant experience required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate and professional attitude toward patients and clients
- Dependable work ethic and positive attitude
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
- A supportive workplace culture that values teamwork
- Opportunities to continue building your veterinary skills
- Meaningful work helping pets and their families
- A team that appreciates your contributions every day
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 meet the qualifications and are passionate about animal care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Aylett Animal Hospital team!