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Veterinary Assistant
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A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,576 / year median in Indiana
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Vet Assistant Wanted (aka your dream job if you love animals) Are you obsessed with animals and actually enjoy talking to people about how to care for them? Same. We're looking for a chill, reliable, high-energy Veterinary Assistant to join our squad and help us keep pets happy and healthy. ✨ What you'll be doing (aka your daily vibe): Chatting with pet parents and breaking things down in a way that actually makes sense Helping vets and techs with treatments, meds, and patient care Keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes (clean, stocked, organized = elite) Giving pets all the love (and maybe a few treats ) Jumping in wherever needed—teamwork is everything here Bonus points if you can also: Help restrain pets safely during exams (yes, even the dramatic ones) Assist with lab work (blood, samples, etc.) Prep exam rooms + surgical areas Handle basic grooming tasks like nail trims Keep records accurate and up to date Comfort nervous pets and their humans What we're looking for: You genuinely care about animals (like… a lot) You're good with people and not awkward explaining things Positive attitude only—no drama Vet clinic experience = at least a minimum of 1 year experience You can keep up in a fast-paced environment without losing it Team player energy (no lone wolves here) What you get: Competitive pay + benefits (starting day one of employment) Be able to work in a fear free clinic - let's make everyone feel comfortable A team that actually has your back + no drama Growth opportunities if you wanna level up in vet med A fun workplace with lots of cute patients (best perk, honestly) If working with animals all day sounds like your kind of thing, don't overthink it— apply now