Veterinary Assistant

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-time

Salary: $18 - $20 per hour based on experience

Schedule: 4-day work week with 1 Saturday shift a month

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

Lakeside Veterinary Medicine is more than just a place to workit's a place to grow, feel supported, and genuinely enjoy what you do every day. We've built a positive, team-first culture where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your well-being is a priority. With a schedule designed for real work-life balance and a team that has your back, you'll have the support you need to thriveboth professionally and personally.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Lakeside Veterinary Medicine

A positive, team-first culture where everyone supports each other

A 4-day work week that actually allows for work-life balance

A leadership team that values your growth and encourages your voice

A collaborative environment where no one is left to figure things out alone

Meaningful work with a team that genuinely cares about patients and clients

A place where you can grow your skills, confidence, and career

What You'll Do

Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures

Safely restrain animals and provide compassionate patient care

Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and equipment

Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized or boarding pets

Prepare supplies, set up treatment areas, and assist with basic lab tasks

Support client communication, patient check-ins, and medical recordkeeping

Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred

Strong animal handling and patient care skills

Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude

Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and client service skills

What Sets This Team Apart

Supportive mentorship as you grow your career

Hands-on learning with experienced doctors

Exposure to veterinary students and a teaching environment

Opportunities to give back through community involvement and local initiatives

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 employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.

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 looking for a team that will support your growth, value your contributions, and make work something you actually enjoythis is your place. So if you want a practice that lights your fire, not burns you out, apply today, and let's do this!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Lakeside Veterinary Medicine 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.