Veterinary Assistant lII

Job Description

Job Description

Have you been searching for a veterinary hospital where you can truly belong?

At Hillcrest AnimalHospital, our entire team works together seamlessly while also celebrating individuality. We play to each other's strengths, support one another's growth, and foster an environment built on respect, learning, compassion, and teamwork.

If you're tired of being overworked and undervalued, and want to join a practice that values work-life balance, collaboration, and high-quality medicine, your next career move is here

Why Hillcrest AnimalHospital?

For over 30years, we've been dedicated to serving the Hudsoncommunity with exceptional care for pets and the people who love them. We are a values-driven, mission-focused practice that prioritizes :

Respect, Learning,Doing the Right Thing, WOW Service and Fun!

We foster a culture where our team feels supported, challenged, and celebrated.

What You'll Do

As a vital member of our team, you'll play a hands-on role in patient care, client communication, and hospital flow. Duties include :

Essential Duties Include :

Assisting veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments.

Gathering patient history and vitals.

Handling and restraining pets safely and compassionately.

Record patient vitals, treatment plans, and client communications.

Educating clients on wellness, nutrition, and preventive care, while answering their questions in person or by phone.

Performing blood draws, IV catheter placement, and SQ / IM injections.

Monitoring anesthesia and sedation patients.

Collecting and preparing lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin / ear samples).

Taking X-rays, monitoring ECGs, and assisting with surgical and dental procedures.

Maintaining accurate medical records and supporting practice efficiency.

Contributing to a clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment.

What You'll Bring :

Experience : 25 years in a small animal practice preferred.

Education : High school diploma or GED required.

Skills :

• Strong animal handling, restraint, and behavior knowledge.
• Solid understanding of pharmacology, preventive care, and diagnostics.
• Ability to calculate drug dosages and administer medications accurately.
• Excellent written, verbal, and active listening communication skills.
• Compassion, empathy, and professionalism with both pets and clients.
• Adaptability, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

Mindset : Growth-oriented, accountable, collaborative, and ready to lead by example.

What You'll Get :

Competitive pay, based on skills and experience.

Generous personal pet care discounts.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Life and AD&D insurance.

CE allowance and license reimbursement (for LVT / CVTs).

Paid time off, including bereavement and pet bereavement leave.

A supportive team that genuinely has your back.

Schedule :

MondayFriday : Flexible scheduling (4x10s or 5x8s). Saturday : rotation

Join Our Team!

If you're ready to grow, lead, and rediscover your passion for veterinary medicine, apply today and make Hillcrest Animal Hospital your forever work family.