Veterinary Assitant - Friends Animal Hospital

Overview

Join a practice dedicated to clinical excellence at Best Friends Animal Hospital, where your passion for animal welfare meets high-quality medicine. We provide comprehensive care ranging from advanced diagnostics to specialized surgery in a modern environment that prioritizes the human-animal bond. Your professional journey is supported by collaborative teammates who value open communication and mutual respect, with mentorship and continuous learning to help you grow.

Whether you are looking to refine your surgical techniques or expand your internal medicine knowledge, you will have the opportunity to succeed and reach your full potential. Ozark, Missouri offers a family-friendly environment with nearby natural beauty and a convenient blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

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The clinic is located near Springfield, Ozark; additional local details are provided for context in the original listing.

• Provide Essential Patient Care:
  You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team:
  You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment:
  You'll maintain the hospital, perform clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

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Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Security: 401k retirement options and additional protections like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Commitment to Growth:
  Professional development opportunities, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
• The Power of a Network:
  Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and career growth.
• Valuable Perks:
  Discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and 24/7 telemedicine access through Teladoc.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values –
Work Together, Amaze, and Grow
. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America s Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact  with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.