Job Description

Are you passionate about animals and looking to start a career in veterinary medicine? Hampton Veterinary Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

About Hampton Veterinary Hospital

We're a growing, independently-owned, cat and dog-only practice dedicated to providing top-quality veterinary care and grooming services. Our priority is offering the highest standard of veterinary medicine alongside first-class client service. We also focus heavily on client education, ensuring pet owners have the knowledge to make informed decisions about their pets' care.

Our highly skilled team is committed to teamwork, recognizing the value of each member and fostering their professional and personal growth. We're looking for someone who not only has the necessary skills but also the personal characteristics to work cohesively with our team and provide exceptional service.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Dedication
Integrity
Compassion
Proficiency
Motivation to succeed
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential. While prior experience working with animals is preferred, it's not required. Compensation will be based on your experience.

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

Animal husbandry and kennel duties
Animal restraint
Administering medications (oral, topical, and injectable)
Basic laboratory duties
Filling prescriptions
Obtaining patient vital signs and monitoring patients
Assisting with surgery setup and breakdown
Janitorial duties (cleaning, stocking, etc.)
Assisting with hospital equipment maintenance
Receiving and unpacking inventory shipments
Client communication
If you have the skills and qualities we're looking for, we encourage you to submit your resume for consideration!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance
Ability to Commute:

Hampton, NH 03842 (Required)
Work Location: In person