Veterinary Assistant

General Information

Ref # 54252

Department Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus

Job Site PetHealth Urgent Care

Date Published 08-26-2026

Pay Class Full-Time

Working Arrangement On-site

Base Min. $ 20

Base Max. $ 23

Job Description 🐾 Now Hiring: Veterinary Assistant (VA) 🐾 PetHealth Urgent Care 💰 $20–$23/hour Do you have emergency or urgent care veterinary experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? PetHealth Urgent Care is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Our urgent care team sees a variety of patients and cases, so we're looking for someone who is comfortable jumping in, staying calm under pressure, and working as part of a collaborative medical team. ? What We’re Looking For Previous ER or urgent care veterinary experience is strongly required Veterinary Assistant experience Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Confident handling dogs and cats Strong patient-care and communication skills Dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented Able to multitask and prioritize in a busy urgent care setting 🐾 What We Offer Competitive pay of $20–$23/hour Full-time schedule with 4 days per week Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunities to grow your veterinary skills Access to wellness resources Opportunities for mentorship and leadership development Comprehensive benefits package for eligible team members 🗓️ Schedule 4 days per week Shifts are approximately 9:45 AM–7:30 PM Rotating weekends required Urgent care hours are 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, 7 days a week 🐾 If you love the pace and variety of urgent care and are ready to bring your experience to a great team, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and join PetHealth Urgent Care! Your Impact as an Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant Be a Critical Support in Urgent Situations: You'll be an essential part of the medical team, directly assisting veterinarians and technicians with hands-on patient care in a fast-paced environment. Ensure a Seamless Workflow During a Crisis: Your ability to anticipate needs and maintain composure will be key to keeping the clinic running efficiently, even during a medical emergency. Provide a Calming Presence for Clients: You'll be a reassuring point of contact for worried pet owners, assisting with check-ins, payments, and communications with empathy and professionalism. Maintain High Standards Under Pressure: You'll uphold our commitment to excellence by ensuring accurate record-keeping and maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment at all times. What You'll Bring to the Team At least 1 year of veterinary experience, with ER or high-volume experience preferred. The ability to stay calm, composed, and efficient during a medical crisis. Confidence and skill in handling pets, with proficiency in basic laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. A flexible schedule, with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.