What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Crossroad Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
This is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Assistants who are excited to fully utilize their skills in both surgery and outpatient care while making meaningful connections with clients and their pets.
In This Role, You Will
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule (Monday-Friday)
No weekends required!
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
Crossroad Animal Hospital is a full-service, small animal veterinary practice dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for dogs and cats at every stage of life. The hospital operates as a 3-doctor practice, offering a collaborative and supportive medical environment focused on high-quality patient care and strong client relationships.
The hospital is well-equipped with modern veterinary technology to support comprehensive diagnostics and treatment, including in-house laboratory capabilities, diagnostic imaging (such as X-ray and ultrasound), and dental equipment for cleanings and radiographs. This allows the team to deliver timely, accurate diagnoses and perform a wide range of medical, surgical, and dental procedures in-house.
Overall, Crossroad Animal Hospital combines experienced medical leadership with advanced equipment to provide efficient, thorough, and compassionate care in a welcoming, client-focused setting.
#SPO
This is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Assistants who are excited to fully utilize their skills in both surgery and outpatient care while making meaningful connections with clients and their pets.
In This Role, You Will
- Assist with patient preparation and recovery during surgical and dental procedures.
- Maintain detailed medical records to support accurate patient care.
- Support exam room workflow by assisting with outpatient care, patient handling, and preparing for appointments.
- Communicate with clients to check-in for appointments, review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address questions with empathy and clarity.
- Anticipate the needs of your team to maintain an efficient schedule while upholding the highest standards of patient care.
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule (Monday-Friday)
No weekends required!
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $15-18 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3 years of consecutive, current experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- 1 year of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting
- Proficiency in:
- Radiology
- Surgical prep and assisting
- Phlebotomy
- SQ injections
- Lab sample collection
- Inpatient care
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
Crossroad Animal Hospital is a full-service, small animal veterinary practice dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for dogs and cats at every stage of life. The hospital operates as a 3-doctor practice, offering a collaborative and supportive medical environment focused on high-quality patient care and strong client relationships.
The hospital is well-equipped with modern veterinary technology to support comprehensive diagnostics and treatment, including in-house laboratory capabilities, diagnostic imaging (such as X-ray and ultrasound), and dental equipment for cleanings and radiographs. This allows the team to deliver timely, accurate diagnoses and perform a wide range of medical, surgical, and dental procedures in-house.
Overall, Crossroad Animal Hospital combines experienced medical leadership with advanced equipment to provide efficient, thorough, and compassionate care in a welcoming, client-focused setting.
#SPO
- To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
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