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Veterinary Assistant

Purdy Veterinary Hospital

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About the Role

Purdy Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

 

Position Details

  • Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant
  • Status: Full-time
  • Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour; based on experience 

Benefits Highlights

  • Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
  • Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
  • Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
  • Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Are you ready to love where you work?

 

At Purdy Veterinary Hospital, we know that a fulfilling career in veterinary medicine shouldn’t come at the expense of your personal life. Our team takes employee well-being seriously — because happy, supported people provide the best care! We’re looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate crew and help us deliver top-notch care to the pets and families who make our days meaningful.

 

We’re searching for someone who brings compassion, curiosity, and a can-do attitude to every day. If you’re passionate about helping pets and their people, we’d love to meet you!

 

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Purdy Veterinary Hospital

  • A supportive, fun-loving team that values collaboration and respect
  • A hospital culture that genuinely prioritizes employee well-being
  • Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your skills
  • A place where your work truly makes a difference — for pets, clients, and your teammates
  • Leadership that listens and invests in your development
  • Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

  • At least 1 year of hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital or clinic
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong animal-handling abilities and a calm, compassionate demeanor
  • A positive, proactive attitude and sharp attention to detail
  • A healthy sense of humor and appreciation for a good pet pun
  • Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
  • Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Do

  • Assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and treatments
  • Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
  • Prepare exam and surgical rooms for procedures
  • Administer medications, perform basic lab tests and sample collections
  • Provide outstanding client education and support
  • Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and efficiency
  • Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence
  • Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)
  • Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handling
  • Celebrate the moments that matter — birthdays, babies, anniversaries

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

  • Flexibility that supports real work–life balance
  • A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
  • Mentoring, growth, and frequent “thanks” — plus coffee runs, ice-cream breaks, and lunch on us

 

Benefits You Can’t Beat

 

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

  • Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
  • Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • State license reimbursement
  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Six paid holidays (full-time only)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program

 

Join Our Team!

 

If you’re ready to join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and a healthy work-life balance, we can’t wait to meet you. Apply today and see why life is better at Purdy Veterinary Hospital!

 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Purdy Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.


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Benefits

Makenzie C.

Tech, Rockwall, TX

I would highly recommend anyone to work for a Vetcor clinic because of all the available resources they offer to their employees! These resources vary from continuing education to the importance of mental health and not burning out. Stonebridge has been one of the best places I have worked and has done nothing but help me pursue my goal of becoming an LVT.

Valerie V.

DVM, St. Charles, IL

There are programs including VetLife Days and Lend-a-Hand that allow you to spend time at other clinics. I have met some wonderful colleagues this way and have also been able to expand my leadership skills within Vetcor. I actually learned that I love teaching and supporting other veterinarians, especially new graduates. I love soft tissue surgery, so to be able to pass on that knowledge and skill set to new grads, giving them the confidence and skills they need to excel, has been very rewarding. It has been an amazing journey with Vetcor so far and I am excited to continue to be part of this amazing group.

Dr. Jolene O.

Baroda, MI

The mentorship and advice from the Vetcor Chief of Staff Advisors have helped me become a better veterinarian and surgeon. They have filled me with confidence in order to become a better leader. Vetcor has been a great corporation to work for.

Why You'll Love Vetcor

 
 
 
 
 

Join the BEST support network, with an emphasis on individuality

There is a career path for everybody and not a one size fits all approach.

  • Vetcor Team: You are joining a team of hospitals that opens the door to collaboration with a stable corporation at your back.
  • Local Practice: Join a unique practice that benefits from the larger family but thrives on their individuality. Practice medicine with full autonomy and the support of experienced DVM leaders when you need it.
 

Take advantage of programs designed with YOU in mind

Join a group of motivated veterinary professionals while taking advantage of employee programs, resources, and fantastic benefits. Join one of our many collaboration groups for Hospital Managers, Techs, and Vets! Plus, we love supporting growth in your teams' desired career paths. Gain access to mentorship at all levels, continuing education, wellness resources, and more!

 

Be the cornerstone of your pet COMMUNITY

Feel the pride of being part of a network of reputable and sought-after practices. You have been empowered to leave your mark on the community and it is a difference you can feel. Not only does your work benefit the lives of individual pets and their people, but your hard work and dedication has made you a cornerstone of your pet community.

 

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