Veterinary Assistant - Fitchburg Veterinary Hospital

Overview

Care for animals. Support your team. Make a difference every single shift.

At Fitchburg Veterinary Hospital, we’re more than just a busy practice — we’re a dedicated, patient- and client-centered hospital committed to veterinary excellence. As we grow our talented team, we’re looking for a Full-Time and Part-Time Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about providing exceptional care and is ready to jump in with compassion, confidence, and hustle.

Why you'll love us:

• Dedicated to Comfort and Care - We treat canines, felines, pocket pets, and exotics with a combination of cutting-edge medicine and compassionate, personalized care.
• Fear Free Certified Team - Every team member is Fear Free Certified and trained in Cat Friendly techniques to help every patient feel safe, calm, and supported.
• State-of-the-Art Facility - With advanced diagnostic tools and modern surgical and medical equipment, we’re fully equipped to support you in doing your best work.

You are...

• A Veterinary Assistant with a background in client communication, animal handling, and multitasking in a high-volume practice.

• Skilled in using veterinary software and managing medical records; confident supporting both front-desk and treatment area operations.

• Calm, organized, and detail-oriented—even in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

• A team player who values collaboration, growth, and a positive work culture.

• Ready to join a veterinary team that delivers top-tier pet care and thrives on purpose, compassion, and teamwork.

What you'll be doing:

• Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions
• Prepping patients for exams and surgeries
• Administering medications as directed
• Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.)
• Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas
• Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes
• Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures
• Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care
• Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and DVMs to provide top-tier care

What's in it for you?

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental health care)
• Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

Ready to grow your career and make a difference? Apply today and join the team at Fitchburg Veterinary Hospital!

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Fitchburg Veterinary Hospitalis proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group– see what that means for you:

Encore Vet Group is acommunity of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care.We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine.Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love —caring for animals while advancing your career.