What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Assistant position at Paws For A Cause Vet Care?
Veterinary Assistants
More Than a Career — It’s a Movement
About Us
At Paws for a Cause Vet Care, we believe that access to veterinary care is not a privilege—it’s essential. As one of the Midwest’s largest nonprofit, full-service veterinary organizations, we care for tens of thousands of pets each year, ensuring families never have to choose between cost and quality care.
Our work is rooted in access-to-care, compassion, and excellence. We are building something bigger than a clinic—we are building a movement to keep pets healthy and families together.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for Veterinary Assistants who want to be part of that mission.
If you’re passionate about high-quality medicine, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want your work to truly matter, this is where you belong.
Why This Role Matters
Every role on our team directly impacts access to care. As a Veterinary Assistant, you are not just supporting medicine—you are helping remove barriers, increase capacity, and change outcomes for pets and families who need us most.
Your Growth Matters Here
We don’t just hire team members—we invest in them.
Through mentorship, hands-on training, and leadership development opportunities, we are committed to helping you grow your skills and your career—because when our team grows, our impact grows.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in HQHVSN surgery, including prep, anesthesia support, recovery, and maintaining surgical flow efficiency
- Support veterinarians in general practice, including exams, vaccines, and chronic care appointments
- Perform dental procedures, including radiographs, scaling, and charting
- Provide exceptional patient monitoring and nursing care
- Communicate with clients in a compassionate, educational, and supportive way
- Work collaboratively in a mission-driven, high-performing medical team focused on both efficiency and excellence
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for accessible, high-quality veterinary care
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment
- Commitment to compassionate care for both pets and people
Here is what we offer:
Competitive Pay: $18.00-$23.00 /hour DOE $1/hour for Spanish/English Bilingual
- 80 hours of PTO annually
- 6 paid holidays
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Medical & Dental Insurance (70% employer-paid)
- Life & LTD Insurance (100% employer-paid)
- Uniform reimbursement
- Generous employee pet care discounts
- Opportunities for career growth, leadership development, and skill-building
- Team outings
Our Culture
We are building a culture of efficiency—not exhaustion, where teams support one another, leadership is accessible, and every role is valued. This is a place where your work is meaningful, your voice matters, and your growth is supported.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Paws for a Cause Vet Care (PFACVC) is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations.
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23