Job Summary
We’re Hiring!
Buck Creek Animal Clinic is looking for a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team.
We are a friendly, family-oriented clinic that values teamwork, compassion, and dependable care for our patients and clients. This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, supporting a close-knit team, and learning new skills through cross-training. Although we are a small facility, we offer preventative care, education, Eastern and Western medical approaches to our patients.
Position: Part-time Veterinary Assistant
What we’re looking for:
- A friendly, positive attitude - sense of humor is important!
- Compassion for animals and their owners
- Willingness to learn and be cross-trained
- Previous veterinary or animal care is helpful, but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during medical examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures by preparing animals and handling restraint with confidence.
- Perform animal care tasks such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of kennels, work stations, and treatment areas.
- Support laboratory work including sample collection, processing, and record keeping in compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Handle animal catheterization, injections, and other medical-surgical procedures following aseptic techniques and safety standards.
- Manage client communication at the front desk by scheduling appointments, answering questions, and providing excellent customer service.
- Maintain accurate records using veterinary software while adhering to Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulations and USDA guidelines.
- Support emergency critical care situations by assisting with triage, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring proper animal restraint.
Requirements (recommended but willing to train if not experienced)
- Prior experience in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital setting is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and medical-surgical procedures.
- Hands-on experience with dog handling, animal restraint techniques, and pet care routines.
- Familiarity with veterinary software systems such as VetSoft or AVImark is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of aseptic techniques, laboratory procedures, and drug regulations including DEA compliance.
- Ability to perform duties efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Excellent communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for record keeping and documentation purposes.
Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication to animal health can truly shine! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in veterinary care, animal restraint techniques, dog training methods, and more—all within a collaborative team environment focused on compassionate pet care.
If you’re interested in joining a caring, family-oriented veterinary team, come fill out an application. Resumes are preferred.
Pay: $175.00 - $300.00 per week
Work Location: In person
