Top 193 Entry level animal Jobs in Philadelphia, Pa

Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Companion Pet Hospital (Philadelphia, PA) —Philadelphia, PA
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Veterinary Assistant - Surgery
Philadelphia Animal Specialty & Emergency (PASE) —Philadelphia, PA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Outpatient experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pet Groomer
Pet Supplies Plus —Philadelphia, PA
- $45,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Veterinary Receptionist
Art City Vets —Philadelphia, PA
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Veterinary Assistant
2nd Street Animal Hospital —Philadelphia, PA
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Patient care
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Assistant
Willingboro Veterinary Clinic —Willingboro, NJ
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
Veterinary Receptionist - Full Time
Art Museum Veterinary Center LLC —Philadelphia, PA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Veterinary Assistant
Pennsauken Animal Hospital —Pennsauken, NJ
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Patient monitoring
- Operating room
- Organizational skills
- Continuing education credits
- Disability insurance
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Ward Veterinary Assistant
University of Pennsylvania —Philadelphia, PA
- $15.90 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Outpatient experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Veterinary Assistant
Art City Vets —Philadelphia, PA
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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K9 Resorts Part-Time Pet Care Technician
K9 Resorts —Cherry Hill, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Bywood Animal Hospital —Drexel Hill, PA
- $10 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cleaning
- In-person
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Kennel Attendant
Camp Bow Wow Cherry Hill —Cherry Hill, NJ
- From $15.92 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Veterinary Assistant – Emergency & Critical Care
University of Pennsylvania —Philadelphia, PA
- $15.90 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inpatient
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Veterinary Kennel Assistant
Pitman Animal Hospital —Pitman, NJ
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Pet Trainer
PetSmart —Philadelphia, PA
- $13.07 - $21.04 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Veterinary Assistant
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital —Mount Laurel, NJ
- $16.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Organizational skills
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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Animal Care Technician
Franklin Bio Lab —King of Prussia, PA
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Pet Groomer
PetSmart —Philadelphia, PA
- $13.14 - $21.33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Veterinary Assistant
Pet Health Center —Philadelphia, PA
- $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Laboratory experience
- Inpatient
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Companion Pet Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)
Philadelphia, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$16 - $25 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Pet care
Companion animal handling
Direct patient care
Veterinary surgical assistance experience
Laboratory procedures
Preoperative patient preparation
Animal hospital experience
Inpatient experience
Medical procedure assistance
Treatment plan documentation
Operating room preparation
Care documentation
Veterinary client education
Animal blood collection
Assisting medical staff
Outpatient experience
Patient safety
Clinical documentation
Animal patient charting
Communication with pet owners
Patient monitoring during surgery
Patient treatment
Patient education
Safety standard operating procedures
Patient immobilization
Managing patient records
Subcutaneous (SubQ) medication administration
Veterinary radiology
Collaboration with surgical teams

Full Job Description

Companion Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery.

We are seeking a versatile, skilled assistant who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment — balancing exam room care, surgical support, and client communication at a moderate-to-high clinical level. We are looking for dependable, motivated candidates who bring hands-on clinical experience, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to exceptional patient and client care across all areas of the hospital.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
Performing radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and laboratory sample collection
Assisting with surgical setup and patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
Monitoring inpatient care and supporting hospitalized patients throughout the day
Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

Compensation: $16.00 – $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked, based on skills and experience
Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule, Monday–Friday. No weekends and no on-call requirements.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

Bonus package: $500 depending on experience
Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability
Employee Assistance Program
401k with company match
Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
Personal pet discount
Uniform allowance

Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

2+ years of veterinary assistant experience is required
Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
Proficiency in the following skills:
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Surgical setup and assisting
- Phlebotomy and SQ injections
- Inpatient care and monitoring
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Client education and communication
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

Why choose Companion Pet Hospital?

Companion Pet Hospital is a progressive, Fear Free certified small animal practice located in the heart of South Philadelphia. Established in 2009, the hospital has grown into a vibrant, 7-doctor team supported by experienced staff members dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care. We're continuing to grow — with some days featuring 2 to 4 doctors in appointments and another dedicated entirely to surgery. Our team is collaborative, diverse, and deeply committed to supporting each other's professional development alongside delivering exceptional medicine.

If you're looking for a practice where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your colleagues are genuinely invested in one another — Companion Pet Hospital is the place.

Apply today — we look forward to hearing from you!

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$16—$25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [email protected]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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