Veterinary Assistant jobs in Boston, MA
Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Practice Partners
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Needham, MA
FULL_TIME
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Seeking an independent, compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
This position comes with a top-tier sign-on bonus!Why Highland Animal Hospital in Needham Heights, MA?We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, CO2 laser, cold laser therapy, and ultrasound. We also offer exotic animal care.Our Staff Wants You to Know"The best part about working here is the collaborative nature and generally great attitudes of the rest of the staff, a receptive and compliant clientele, the freedom to practice medicine without micromanagement."Our Commitment to Diversity:We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.Who are we looking for?Applicants must have a strong work ethic, preserve a positive personality, capable of communicating effectively, be able to multi-task efficiently in a fast paced environment, have the ability to work in harmony with a team, possess a well-rounded technical skill-set, and have a passion for delivering exceptional care to patients as well as clients.Responsibilities:- Assisting Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians.
- Handling and restraining pets for exams and procedures.
- Assist in the taking of x-rays
- Monitor and collect urine and fecal samples as needed
- Monitor, record, and report physical signs of hospitalized/boarded pets
- Responsible for cleaning/maintenance of hospital.
- Care of hospitalized/boarded pets as needed
- Fecal parasite sample collection and preparation
- Preparation of a prescription drug, other than a controlled substance, for dispensing
- Surgical assistance to a licensed veterinarian
Benefits:We’re dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents
- Paid time off for full-time employees
- 401(k) plan
- Continuing education allowance for licensed technicians
- Guardian voluntary benefits
- Great pet benefits!
- 19 Days Ago
Veterinary Assistant
- Cambridge Veterinary Care
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Cambridge, MA
FULL_TIME
- At Cambridge Veterinary Care, we combine first-class medicine with friendly, personal attention! Our knowledgeable, compassionate team serves Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond, ensuring all our pets l...
- 20 Days Ago
Veterinary Assistant
- Small Door Veterinary
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
- $1000 Sign On BonusWhat you’ll do Knowledge and ability to recognize medical emergencies and illnesses Assessing patients Recording vitals and assisting doctors with diagnostics Completing treatments ...
- 9 Days Ago
Veterinary Assistant
- Borash Veterinary Clinic
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Peabody, MA
FULL_TIME
- Seeking an independent, compassionate Part Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Why Borash Veterinary Clinic in Peabody, MA? We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to all...
- 10 Days Ago
Veterinary Technician Assistant
- Weston Veterinary Clinic
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Weston, MA
FULL_TIME
- Veterinary Technician Assistant Weston, MA More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Weston Veterinary Clinic, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best car...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Operating Room Assistant
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Woburn, MA
FULL_TIME
- Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, located in Woburn, MA, is looking for a full-time Operating Room Assistant to join the team. This is an entry level position and a great opportunity to join...
- 1 Month Ago
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Pet Care Assistant
- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Salem, NH
- SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The Pet Care Assistant works with the veterinary medical team to provide and prepare...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Assistant
- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Northborough, MA
- The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for a...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Surgery Inventory and Equipment Specialist - Veterinary Technician or Assistant
- Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
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Boston, MA
- ** Surgery Inventory and Equipment Specialist - Veterinary Technician or Assistant** **Job Category****:** Veterinary As...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant - Boston Animal Shelter and Community Clinic
- MSPCA-Angell
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Jamaica Plain, MA
- Full-time 32 hours per week position, Monday - Friday. THE POSITION: We are looking for a Veterinary Technician or Veter...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Assistant
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Wakefield, MA
- At VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital, we value teamwork in a fun, supportive, and inclusive culture. There is something spec...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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Braintree, MA
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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Everett, MA
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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North Attleboro, MA
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
About Boston, Massachusetts
Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The city's official elevation, as measured at Logan International Airport, is 19 ft (5.8 m) above sea level. The highest point in Boston is Bellevue Hill at 330 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the lowest point is at sea level. Situated onshore of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is the only state capital in the contiguous United States with an oceanic shoreline.
Boston is surrounded by the "Greater Boston" region and is contiguously bordered by the citi...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$30,701 to $45,281
Boston, Massachusetts area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago
were up 2.5% from a year ago
What does a Veterinary Assistant do?
Veterinary Assistant in Grand Forks, ND
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Veterinary Assistant in Indianapolis, IN
The assistant must have the physical strength to hold down a 130-pound Newfoundland, and the manual dexterity to hold still a 2-pound kitten.
October 08, 2019
Veterinary Assistant in Lorain, OH
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October 05, 2019