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Western Veterinary Partners
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
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.
$37,423 / year median in Pennsylvania
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, love the feeling of a close-knit team, and want to put your skills to use every single day — keep reading. Wolf Run is not your average clinic, and we're not looking for your average assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, outgoing assistant who wants to fully utilize their clinical experience while making meaningful connections with clients and their pets. We're looking for a genuine team player — someone who is equally comfortable in the exam room, alongside our surgery team, running diagnostics, and anywhere else the day takes them. If you're the kind of person who sees what needs to be done and jumps in without being asked, you'll fit right in here. In this role, you will: Ensure efficient exam room workflow and outstanding client communication, including check-ins, treatment plan review, and discharge instructions Assist our surgery team with patient prep, setup, monitoring, and recovery Perform in-house diagnostics including microscopy and laboratory sample collection and processing Review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address client questions with empathy and clarity Collaborate with your team to support the veterinarian's orders during outpatient visits, ensuring the highest level of patient care Jump in wherever you're needed — this is a team-first environment and we value versatility as much as technical skill Schedule and compensation: