Veterinary Assistant

The Boston Cat Hospital is Hiring a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant!

About Vetcor

• The Boston Cat Hospital is a two-doctor, primary care practice serving thousands of feline friends in the greater Boston area.
• Join Our Team!
• If you’re a Veterinary Assistant who loves cats as much as we do, The Boston Cat Hospital can’t wait to meet you.
• Apply today and join the team at The Boston Cat Hospital!
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Veterinary Assistant Status: Part-Time Salary: $23-$24 per hour (depending on experience)F Schedule: 20–26 hours per week; predictable weekly schedule with no weekend shifts
• 2–4 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or receptionist
• As a Cat Friendly Practice and AAHA-accredited hospital, we strive for excellence in feline veterinary care, and we’re looking for a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team.
• Experienced veterinary receptionists who want to grow their clinical skills are welcome too.
• With ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, surgery and anesthesia, and digital radiography, your skills will be put to good use, and we keep up with the newest advances in medicine and technology, so every day brings something new.
• Why You’ll Love It Here Cats, cats, and more cats.
• As a Veterinary Assistant here, you’ll focus entirely on feline medicine at a Cat Friendly, AAHA-accredited hospital.
• You’ll Do Answer phones, emails, and texts, cover the front desk, and schedule appointments

Collect patient histories and triage appointments

• Support surgical and dental procedures, including prep, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Restrain patients for venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Fill prescribed medications as directed by our veterinarians

Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence

• Communicate clearly, in writing and in person, with clients, support staff, and veterinarians
• Accurately document patient care and treatments in the medical record
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean and stocked, following infection control protocols
• Take part in ongoing training and help maintain an efficient workflow and positive culture
• Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.
• You’ll Bring 2–4 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or receptionist

Confident feline handling and basic technical skills

• Knowledge of common medications and vaccinations used in feline medicine
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment

Benefits

• Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options (full-time only); up to three weeks of paid parental leave (full-time only); generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only), an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program
• Passionate about feline medicine, care, and snuggles, and ready for a fresh opportunity?
• No weekends.
• A predictable weekly part-time schedule with rotating responsibilities.
• Flexibility that works.
• We offer flexibility in daily tasks and long-term goals, because life happens.
• Grow your skills.
• A small team means ever-growing opportunities to learn, from the front desk to surgery.
• Well-equipped hospital.
• Ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, surgery and anesthesia, and digital radiography.
• You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program Referral bonus program
• Benefits Health 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 employees only; available after one year of service).
• In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program

Availability for 20–26 hours per week

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• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of The Boston Cat Hospital and Vetcor.