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Academy Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Sick Time / Paid Time Off, free or discounted lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Flexible scheduling, no nights, holidays, or on-call shifts, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program
Looking for a Veterinary Assistant role where work-life balance actually exists?
Academy Animal Hospital is searching for an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our energetic, supportive, and authentic team. If you’re looking for a fresh work environment filled with positive people who genuinely enjoy working together and encourage each other to bring their authentic selves to work every day, this could be the perfect fit for you.
We believe happy, healthy team members are essential to exceptional patient care. That’s why we focus on creating a positive clinic culture that supports work-life balance, professional growth, and a workplace where you feel valued and appreciated every day.
Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here
Supportive, positive, and collaborative team environment
Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
No nights, holiday shifts, or on-call schedule
Rotating Saturdays
Opportunities to continue learning and growing professionally
Regular lunch breaks with occasional team lunches on us
A workplace culture that celebrates individuality, teamwork, and positivity
What Our Veterinary Assistants Do
Support veterinarians and technicians with patient care and daily hospital operations
Assist with patient restraint, treatments, and procedures
Safely and compassionately handle patients of varying sizes and temperaments
Assist with wellness appointments and patient care throughout the day
Help prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient care
Assist with sample collection and basic diagnostic procedures based on experience
Maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation
Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and team members
Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital spaces clean, organized, and well stocked
Deliver compassionate care to patients and exceptional service to clients
Jump in wherever needed to help maintain an efficient daily workflow
Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
Safe and effective patient-handling skills
Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy veterinary environment
Dependability and strong communication skills
Willingness to continue learning and growing professionally
Desire to contribute to a positive and supportive workplace culture
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate patient care
A sense of humor and genuine enthusiasm for veterinary medicine
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
A team that genuinely supports and appreciates one another
A workplace that encourages authenticity and positivity
Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
Work-life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside of work
A hospital culture that celebrates birthdays, milestones, and life events
Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them every day
Financial Benefits
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set 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 veterinary technician 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 looking for a Veterinary Assistant role where you can grow professionally, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and be part of a genuinely supportive team, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and discover what makes Academy Animal Hospital such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career!
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Academy 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 bringing unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our team. 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.