Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Company Description

Are you looking for a meaningful veterinary career where you can make a real difference— not just for pets and their families, but also in a workplace that truly supports you? Priority Pet Urgent Care is excited to be welcoming the community to our brand new, state‑of‑the‑art hospital in Affton! We will open Thursday through Tuesday, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight, to provide accessible urgent care for pets when they need it most.

Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality, easy-to-access veterinary care with a promise that exceptional pet care is our highest priority. But we also believe that the best care starts with a healthy, positive work environment! That’s why we’re building a team that values:

• Collaboration over competition
• Support over stress
• Well‑being alongside excellence

We’re looking for individuals who are not only passionate about veterinary medicine but are also committed to nurturing a positive, respectful, and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development.

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 2-years professional experience.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self‑starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit