Veterinary Assistant West Bloomfield Veterinary Hospital - Keego Harbor, MI 48320 Full-Time / Part-Time | Privately Owned Small Animal Hospital About Us West Bloomfield Veterinary Hospital (WBVH) is a privately owned, small animal clinic dedicated to delivering top-tier medical care through a compassionate, client-centered approach. While we take medicine seriously, we pride ourselves on maintaining a fun, upbeat, and positive team culture. We actively foster an environment where our staff can fully utilize their skills, contribute to case management, grow their medical knowledge, and thrive. Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. In this role, you will support our veterinary staff, interact closely with clients, and provide hands-on care to ensure the highest level of patient health and comfort.

Primary Responsibilities Patient Care:

Safely restrain animals for exams, blood draws, and medical procedures.

Medical Support:

Administer medications, vaccines, and fluids under veterinary supervision.

Diagnostics & Pharmacy:

Fill and label prescriptions; run urinalyses and other routine in-house lab tests.

Client Communication:

Manage client intake, obtain accurate patient histories, and provide clear client education.

Documentation:

Maintain, update, and organize accurate electronic patient medical records in a timely manner.

Clinic Maintenance:

Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels clean, sanitized, and well-stocked.

Qualifications & Skills Experience:

1+ years of experience in the veterinary field is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with a strong work ethic.

Technical Skills:

Basic computer literacy and comfort learning veterinary practice management software.

Professionalism:

Maintains a positive attitude, professional appearance, and mature approach to daily duties.

Teamwork:

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating seamlessly across all hospital departments.

Adaptability:

Proven ability to multi-task, stay calm, and remain efficient in a fast-paced, high-stress medical environment.

Core Belief:

A deep love for animals and a firm belief that pets are a true part of the family. Application & Interview Policy We respect your time and ask that you respect ours. Please only apply if you genuinely intend to show up for scheduled interviews or working interviews. We completely understand that emergencies happen and rescheduling may be necessary; however, proactive communication is required. Unexcused no-shows will not be reconsidered.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance

Work Location:

In person