Veterinary Assistant

Somerset Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant!Position DetailsRole: Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experienceSchedule: Monday - Thursday 7:20am - 5:30pm, some Saturdays 7:30am - 12pmBenefits HighlightsFinancial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance ProgramLove fast-paced teamwork, happy clients, and pets who need your skills? Join the compassionate crew at Somerset Animal Hospital. We lean on our support staff and help you grow into your full potential.Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Somerset Animal HospitalNo nights, on-call, or holiday hoursMentorship, cross-training, and real growth opportunitiesA supportive, fun team that celebrates wins (yes—coffee runs, ice cream parties, and surprise lunches happen)What Our Veterinary Assistants BringCreativity, critical thinking, and pride in doing excellent workA positive, team-first mindset with strong ownership of your tasksPassion for patient care and client service—every dayWhat You’ll DoAdminister vaccines, place IV catheters, and collect lab samplesEducate clients and keep communication clear and kindMonitor anesthesia, take dental radiographs, prep/assist for soft-tissue surgeryJump in at reception as needed—because great care starts at the front deskBenefits You Can’t BeatFinancial BenefitsA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programCome join our Veterinary Assistant team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Somerset Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Created: 2025-09-25