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Veterinary Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 21 - 24
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
20 August 2026 (29 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Veterinary Assistant 2nd Street Animal Hospital
Are you looking to grow your career as a Veterinary Assistant in a supportive team-focused animal hospital 2nd Street Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our veterinary team.
In this hands-on role youll work alongside our veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support patient care animal handling and restraint treatment assistance and daily hospital operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with animals and wants to continue building their skills in veterinary medicine.
Why Join 2nd Street Animal Hospital
Were committed to providing high-quality veterinary care while creating a collaborative and supportive environment for our team. Youll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience expand your veterinary skills and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.
If youre searching for a Veterinary Assistant opportunity where you can learn grow and be an important part of the patient care team wed love to hear from you!
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and procedures.
- Restraint of cats and dogs; some exotic pet experience or interest a plus
- Clean and sterilize instruments equipment and facilities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records. (Log patient weights process lab specimens and update client records)
- Maintaining cleanliness of hospital (clean well stocked pharmacy and exam rooms patient cages and equipment maintenance)
- Interacting with clients in a compassionate and professional manner
- Facilitating the proper flow of appointments
- Provide information to clients regarding fees preventives medication prescription diets and wellness packages
- Reinforce veterinarian recommendations
- Perform other tasks as needed to support the veterinary team.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
- Dependable
- Self motivated
- Excellent cleaning skills
- Able to work weekends and evenings
- Excellent communication
- Team player
- Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation $15.00$20.00/hour based on experience skills and qualifications.
- Ongoing Training & Career Development Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits Medical dental and vision coverage to support your well-being.
- Exclusive Pet Care Discounts Significant savings on pet exams treatments and boarding.
- Generous Paid Time Off Recharge with paid vacation and personal days.
- 401(k) with Company Match Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
