Veterinary Assistant

  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Springfield, Ohio
  • Part Time
VCA Northwood Animal Hospital is growing our Patient Care Team and seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and compassionate team. About Our Hospital

At VCA Northwood Animal Hospital, were dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. Our team delivers exceptional medical care while creating a positive, supportive experience for every pet and their owner.

The Role

As a Veterinary Assistant , youll play an important role in supporting both patient care and the client experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, being part of a team, and gaining hands-on experience in a veterinary setting.

What Youll Do
  • Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care
  • Restrain pets safely and comfortably during exams and procedures
  • Prepare exam rooms and equipment
  • Clean, sterilize, and maintain hospital areas
  • Support feeding, walking, and basic animal care
  • Help provide a positive and welcoming experience for clients
What Were Looking For
  • Previous experience in animal care or a veterinary setting
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • Strong work ethic and reliability
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for working with animals and supporting a team

Schedule: Part - time opportunity. 8 - 10 hour shifts with rotating Saturdays.

Compensation : The starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field.

Ready to build a career where compassion and collaboration are at the heart of what you do? Apply today and help us shape the future of veterinary careone patient at a time.

Location : 3681 Middle Urbana Rd, Springfield, OH 45502

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Job ID: 515238539
Originally Posted on: 3/27/2026

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