Veterinary Assistant

At Gateway Pet Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you.

Please email us to learn more or apply below.

Please indicate which position you are qualified for:

• Licensed Veterinarian
• Practice(s) of Interest:
  • Small Animal
  • Large Animal
  • Exotics
  • Mixed Animal
  • Other (please specify)

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Gateway Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $21–$23 per hour
• Schedule: 8:15am-4:45pm; 12-1pm lunch

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

At Gateway Pet Hospital, our assistants are valued for their role in our daily operations, and we aren’t shy about showing our appreciation. Our team enjoys a break room stocked with snacks, birthday celebrations, and scheduling that supports a proper work-life balance. Plus, we have put together some pretty sweet benefits to help keep life going smoothly, including:

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Duties include:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and anesthesia monitoring
• Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care
• Perform basic lab tests, collect samples, and take digital radiographs
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Maintain accurate medical records and support client communication
• Keep exam, treatment, and surgery areas clean, organized, and well-stocked

Our veterinary assistants should be ready to:

• Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day.
• Be positive! Because with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible
• Be empathetic to our clients, to your coworkers, and to yourself.
• Learn and grow. Then grow and learn some more!
• Withstand endless barrages of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• Enjoy yourself. If you're not having fun, you're doing it wrong.

Each member of our staff can expect:

• Mentoring and support to grow as a professional
• A proper work-life balance
• Occasional coffee runs and lunches on us
• Snacks stocked in the breakroom

So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and come see the difference we can make together!

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