Vet Assistant

Total Veterinary Care in Grove City (Greater Columbus Area), a three-doctor, general day practice, is looking for a dedicated, motivated, and experienced vet assistant to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about animal care, client education, and have proven skills as a vet assistant, we want to hear from you!

Hiring range: $16 - $18 per hour, depending on experience and skill-level.

• Tuesday - Saturday, weekly
• Must be available a minimum of 30 hours each week to be considered full-time

• Has at least 1 FULL YEAR (12+ months) of full-time experience as a veterinary assistant in a general practice, small animal hospital
• Has the ability to demonstrate: proper restraining techniques, in-house laboratory skills, catheter placement, blood draws, ability to accurately fill prescriptions, etc.
• Has solid soft skills/people skills including: effective communication with clients and fellow team members, problem-solving, work ethic, maturity, time-management, and other interpersonal skills
• Has a solid understanding of preventative medications, medical terminology and calculations, and a passion for client education
• Takes initiative by preparing for each day’s appointments, taking phone calls, setting appointments, taking medical history of patients, assisting veterinarians in surgery, physical exams, and diagnostic workups
• Can demonstrate efficient organization and has the ability to pay attention to multiple details by taking initiative and staying motivated to provide excellent service to our clients
• Wants to learn new skills and is focused on using them to advance their careers for the betterment of themselves, their team, and the clients and patients we serve
• Has a positive attitude and is an effective and respectful team player

• Excellent benefits and competitive compensation
• A company-wide culture designed to support a true work-life balance and rhythm
• A happy, safe and inclusive work environment
• Professional support and training
• Integrity and transparent communication between all team members
• The ability to grow your skills and your career in the veterinary care field

If you have a desire to learn and grow within the field, enjoy your workdays, and have the ability to embrace positive change, we look forward to learning more about you!