Veterinary Assistant

Wareham Animal Hospital

Wareham, MA Posted recently

$16.00 to $27.00 per hour
Full time
Overnights, 4x10s, 4x10
Urgent care

Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, CE allowance, Paid time off

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About this job

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development

Wareham Animal Hospital is a growing Urgent Care and Specialty hospital located in Wareham, Massachusetts. We are looking for highly driven veterinary professionals with a strong work ethic. If you're someone who wants to use your skill set and knowledge to improve patient care and efficiency, you are welcome to the team. The Veterinary Assistant team will promote excellent patient care and intercommunication with staff and pet owners.

What are we looking for?

Minimum 2+ years’ experience in the clinical veterinary medicine industry or a graduate from a veterinary assistant program
Self-motivated and goal-oriented professional with the ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, including electronic medical record keeping
Ability to move 50 lbs

What would be your key responsibilities?

Assist veterinarians with appointments from intake to discharge
Obtain vital parameters from patients and proper medical history from clients
Medical Record documentation
Phlebotomy and Intravenous catheter placement
Preparation and collection of diagnostic samples, including blood, urine, and stool
Microscopic evaluation for in-house cytology
Obtain Radiographs
Client education and discharge
Maintain a clean, safe environment for patients and clients
Provide patients with nursing and husbandry care

What can you expect from Wareham Animal Hospital?

Work happiness balanced with your personal life
The opportunity to learn, develop, and take charge of your own career
To be respected and valued
Competitive salary and benefits package

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave

Schedule:

10 hour shift
4x10
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
No overnights
Rotating weekends

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Listed pay $16.00 to $27.00 per hour ($33,280 to $56,160 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 4% below the Massachusetts median of $22.44 an hour for veterinary assistants. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet assistant pay guide

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