Join Our Veterinary Team!

We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing veterinary practice. If you love animals, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you!  Home Veterinary Services is a full-service veterinary clinic offering state-of-the-art resources in the comfort of a remodeled 1918 craftsman style home in Trumbull. 

Learn more about us at Home Veterinary Services! 

Pay Range: $18-$21/hr

Job Type: Full Time

Position Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations and treatments
• Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other patients
• Prepare examination and treatment areas
• Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and treatment areas
• Assist with animal care, feeding, walking, and monitoring
• Collect, prepare and perform laboratory samples as directed
• Assist with Radiographs and ultrasounds
• Help maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients (in-person as well as over the phone)
• Provide support during procedures and appointments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment
• Perform other duties as needed to support the veterinary team

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience preferred - 1 year minimum.
• A genuine love and respect for animals
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
• Comfortable working with animals of different sizes and temperaments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure
• Proficient in sample collection and obtaining medical histories
• Veterinary Assistant certification is a plus but not required
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset

Pay Range: $18-$21/hr 

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.