Description
Community Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile veterinary assistant who enjoys a diverse caseload and variety in their day while continuing to build and utilize a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client communication, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. As an AAHA-accredited practice, the team is committed to maintaining high standards of veterinary care while seeing a diverse range of canine and feline patients. The practice also provides internal medicine and reproductive services, offering valuable exposure to a wide range of clinical needs.
We’re looking for a dependable, motivated team member who thrives in a fast-paced environment, multitasks effectively, anticipates team needs, communicates professionally, and takes pride in providing exceptional support and compassionate care throughout every patient visit.
In this position, you will take an active role in:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
- Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
- Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
- Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $16 - $19 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday - Friday with one required Saturday shift per month from 9am - 1pm.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant required
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
- Surgery set-up and assisting
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members
Why choose Community Animal Hospital?
Community Animal Hospital in Pocatello, Idaho, is a small, dedicated veterinary practice led by one doctor who is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care. The hospital is AAHA-accredited and offers a variety of services to meet the needs of its patients, including internal medicine, laser therapy, and reproductive services. Its smaller team provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while seeing a diverse range of canine and feline patients.
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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