Veterinary Assistant – Primary Care
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital – Mount Laurel, NJ
Start—or Grow—Your Career in Veterinary Medicine
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and patient-focused Veterinary Assistant to join our Primary Care team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in veterinary medicine or continue developing their clinical skills through hands-on experience in a high-level hospital environment.
Veterinary Assistants are an essential part of our medical team. They help keep appointments moving, support doctors and technicians, comfort patients, educate pet owners, and make sure every patient receives safe, compassionate care.
We are looking for someone who is dependable, attentive, eager to learn, and genuinely committed to helping animals, supporting clients, and contributing to a strong team.
Not Your Average Morning Commute
Your workday begins on our beautiful working farm campus, where you may be greeted by longhorns, emus, goats, pigs, and geese before you even walk through the hospital doors.
Yes, it is a veterinary hospital.
Yes, it is also a working farm.
And yes, the animals may occasionally judge your parking.
Forgot breakfast or coffee? We have you covered with a fully stocked breakfast bar and complimentary snacks available to our team.
Once your shift begins, you will step into a collaborative, fast-paced hospital environment where your role truly matters. You may assist with outpatient appointments, mobile visits in clients’ homes, walk-in urgent care cases, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery.
Throughout the day, you will help create a calm and welcoming experience for patients and clients while supporting the medical team and keeping appointments running smoothly.
What You’ll Do
- Welcome clients and patients and help maintain an efficient appointment flow
- Obtain patient histories and enter accurate information into the electronic medical record
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Assist with appointments in the hospital and, when scheduled, in clients’ homes through our mobile service
- Safely handle and restrain dogs, cats, and occasionally exotic species
- Prepare vaccines and fill preventive medications under appropriate supervision
- Assist with venipuncture, radiographs, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical procedures based on training and experience
- Perform nail trims and anal gland expressions
- Prepare patients and treatment areas for procedures
- Assist with surgical-site preparation and anesthesia induction based on training and experience
- Prepare, clean, and maintain surgical suites, equipment, and supplies
- Help monitor and recover patients under the direction of veterinarians and technicians
- Educate pet owners about medications, treatments, preventive care, and wellness recommendations
- Maintain accurate medical documentation and invoicing
- Stock, clean, and organize exam rooms, treatment areas, and workspaces
- Use Fear Free handling techniques and help reduce patient stress
- Follow hospital policies, safety procedures, and medical protocols
- Support your teammates and contribute to a positive hospital culture
What We’re Looking For
- Veterinary Assistant experience preferred, but motivated candidates interested in entering the veterinary field are encouraged to apply
- Venipuncture and patient-handling experience preferred
- A genuine desire to learn and develop new clinical skills
- Compassionate and respectful handling of animals
- Strong communication and client service skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a busy environment
- Excellent time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Dependability, attention to detail, and sound judgment
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Willingness to accept feedback and continue growing professionally
- Valid driver’s license and comfort operating a company vehicle if assigned to the mobile service
Physical and Scheduling Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry animals or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods
- Comfort working with animals of different sizes, temperaments, and medical needs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
- Availability for evenings, weekends, or holidays based on department needs
What Success Looks Like
Successful Veterinary Assistants are dependable, observant, compassionate, and ready to help wherever they are needed.
They communicate respectfully, maintain accurate medical records, follow hospital policies and medical protocols, and understand that even the smallest details can make a meaningful difference in patient care.
You do not need to know everything on your first day. You do need to be willing to learn, ask questions, accept feedback, and take pride in becoming a stronger member of the veterinary team.
No one works alone here. Great patient care takes a team—and we believe the best teams support one another.
We Strive to BE EPIC
At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, our values guide how we care for our patients, clients, and one another:
- Empowerment
- Empathy
- Professionalism
- Integrity
- Collaboration
We are looking for someone who demonstrates these values through compassionate patient care, respectful communication, accountability, and teamwork.
Why Choose Mount Laurel Animal Hospital?
At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, your development will be supported, your contributions will be valued, and your work will directly affect the care and comfort of our patients.
We are a fast-growing, privately owned hospital committed to high-quality medicine, professional development, strong nursing support, and work-life balance.
Our team includes more than 400 highly trained support staff members, including Veterinary Technician Specialists in multiple fields. Our collaborative environment is supported by leading-edge technology, including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and more.
Located just outside Philadelphia and within driving distance of New York City and the Jersey Shore, Mount Laurel offers an excellent location for both career and lifestyle.
Come build your skills, discover where a career in veterinary medicine can take you, and become part of a team working together to provide exceptional care.
Learn more about our team and culture at:
https://mlahvet.com/beepic/
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace that embraces diversity. Discrimination of any kind is strictly prohibited, and our policies apply to all aspects of employment.
Accommodation Notice
Applicants who require accommodations during the application or interview process are encouraged to let us know. All accommodation requests will remain confidential and will not affect candidacy.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience.
Final compensation is based on industry experience, schedule availability, credentials, technical skills, and demonstrated abilities.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 (Required)
Work Location: In person
