Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant (2-5 Years Experience) Brightwood Animal Hospital 9640 Old Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH 44060

• Be Part of Something We're Building—Together At Brightwood Animal Hospital, we're proud to have supported pets and families in Mentor and the surrounding communities for over 30 years.

Now, we're in an exciting phase of rebuilding and strengthening our team, and we're looking for a highly skilled Veterinary Assistant to grow with us. If you're experienced, confident in your technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

• Why You'll Love Working Here Work-life balance matters
• we prioritize getting you home on time No weekends
• enjoy your time outside of work Positive, supportive culture
• we treat each other with respect and kindness Growth-focused environment
• help shape a strong, future-forward team Paperless hospital
• modern and efficient workflows Community impact
• we partner with local rescue organizations We're a family-first clinic where you're supported, valued, and encouraged to enjoy your work.
• Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM
• 6:00 PM Full-time starts at 30 hours/week No weekends
• What You'll Do As an experienced Veterinary Assistant, you'll play a critical role in patient care and hospital flow: Safely and confidently restrain patients Perform blood draws and assist with lab work Support veterinarians and technicians with treatments and procedures Assist in surgery and patient preparation as needed Help maintain a smooth, efficient workflow across the hospital Jump in where needed—cross-training is encouraged!
• What We're Looking For We're seeking a highly capable, dependable Veterinary Assistant who: Has 2-5 years of hands-on experience Possesses a strong understanding of technical skills Is confident with restraint and phlebotomy (blood draws) Is adaptable, team-oriented, and proactive Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic Enjoys being part of a team that works hard and has fun together
• Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay (based on experience) $500
• 750 Sign-On Bonus (based on experience) Uniform allowance Continuing Education (CE) allowance Pet care discounts
• Join a Team That Feels Like Family We're not just filling a role, we're building a team that supports one another, grows together, and takes pride in the care we provide every day.

If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to bring your skills to a hospital that truly values you, we'd love to connect.