Veterinary Assistant (Full-time)

Interested in a short work day and week? How about no emergency calls, no boarding, and minimal to no hospitalization? PetVet Care Centers' Paws Whiskers & Claws is currently seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their team! We practice ethical medicine (we are a no declaw practice) while focusing on OUR quality of life as well as our patients'. We work hard but smart so that we allow for excellent patient care and client education while preserving our personal time. We specialize in complex disease management, heavy in internal medical and behavioral problems. Dr Luoma, who graduated from the University of Georgia in 2019, practices detail oriented, education focused medicine alongside certified cat behavior consultant Ingrid Johnson. Together, they micromanage each cat's quality of life from every aspect and help their owners understand what their cat needs and why. Education and hands on instruction are the hallmark of our success. Our appointments for new clients and patients are one and a half hours long since there is so much to learn about each patient and then teach each owner about what their cat needs to thrive. Regular appointments are one hour and tech appointments are 30 minutes. We never double book. Ingrid is also our resident groomer so humane handling and restraint skills are needed to assist with these appointments in a Fear Free manner. Clients come to us because they want to treat; they want to do something for their cat(s). Too many vets do not give owners the knowledge or options of what to do with a diagnosis, if they even obtain one. We value continuing education for ourselves so that we stay current for our clients who have high expectations of our knowledge and abilities. We want to pass on all that we have learned to an assistant/technician who is eager to practice and learn the intricacies of feline medicine and what we have learned over the past 20 years. Our staff are all Fear Free certified and will happily help a new employee achieve this certification as well. We welcome new ideas and ways to improve upon what and how we care for our patients and their owners. We hope a new assistant/technician will bring knowledge and skills to add to our acumen. However, we are also willing to teach needed skills for the person who is the right ethical fit. We require someone with at least one year of experience with a passion for feline medicine and behavior. Someone who is proficient in blood draw, urine and BP skills as well as humane restraint of cats.

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9am-5:30pm and Saturdays from 9am-1pm What We Offer We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster) 401(k) with discretionary contribution Team Member Pet Discounts Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP CE stipends and career development resources Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship Local hospital culture backed by national resources At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals , including 1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact. You care for pets. We care for you. PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

EOE, M/F/D/V

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