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Veterinary Assistant Madison Veterinary Hospital - 4.0 Madison Heights, MI Job Details Full-time $17 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Computer literacy Triage Attention to detail Veterinary assistant experience Time management Full Job Description Join One of America's Top-Rated Veterinary Hospitals! Madison Veterinary Hospital—an independently owned, AAHA-accredited practice—has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. If you're passionate about animals, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be surrounded by a friendly, skilled, and dedicated group of veterinary professionals, we'd love to meet you. We offer competitive pay as well as strong benefits . This position offers 32-40 hours per week with a rotating schedule of days, evenings, and some weekends. As a Veterinary Assistant at MVH, you'll put your full skillset to work with responsibilities including: Obtain thorough outpatient history: knowledge of VetNotes, use TPR appropriately, triage critical cases, review previous vaccines & medical histories, summarize & communicate patient medical history to the DVM. Perform in-hospital laboratory tests. Arrange for and follow-thru on out-source laboratory tests. Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical products. Review and fulfill prescribed medications and refills. Preparation of vaccines. Use VetNotes & follow proper

POMR & SOAP

methods. Prepare and communicate medical plans. Perform outpatient treatments recommended by the veterinarian. Outpatient treatments include, but are not limited to, minor ear cleaning, minor wound treatment, administration of oral and topical medications, nail trims, routine suture removals, expression of anal glands and medical record maintenance. Knowledge of veterinary instruments, materials and equipment. Knowledge of safe and effective animal handling procedures. Administer SQ injections. Our Veterinary Assistants do not participate in anesthetic procedures, placing intravenous catheters, administering intravenous or intramuscular injections. You'll be empowered to contribute meaningfully to patient care and client relationships in a hospital where your input is valued—and where we take pride in going above and beyond what's expected. What We're Looking For We're searching for a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic pet advocate to join our team! The ideal candidate is motivated, compassionate, and eager to provide exceptional care to pets and the people who love them. You might be a great fit if you: Can lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs unassisted Are comfortable standing for extended periods Have strong multitasking and time management skills Use downtime productively and keep things moving Are confident working both independently and as part of a team Are detail-oriented with basic computer proficiency Don't mind rolling up your sleeves for cleaning, stocking, and team support tasks What We Offer (Benefits & Perks) Comprehensive Health Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance (available after 60 days) Long-term disability and life insurance Financial & Career Growth 401(k) retirement plan 401(k) match Uniform allowance Wellness & Work-Life Balance 4 day work week Employee pet care discounts (after 90 days) Paid sick time Paid vacation time Flexible scheduling with online access and mobile clock-in/out A Team That Feels Like Family Working at Madison Veterinary Hospital isn't just a job—it's being part of a tight-knit, independent, AAHA-accredited hospital that's been caring for the community for over 50 years. We're proud to be named one of Newsweek's Best Veterinary Hospitals in America for 2025 and 2026 .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Madison Heights, MI 48071 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Madison Heights, MI 48071: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person