Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position

San Tan Animal Hospital in Queen Creek, Arizona, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. This position is part of the Mission Pet Health family, offering comprehensive benefits and resources. The hospital is committed to excellence, recognized both globally and locally, with a 4.8-star Google rating. The facility is equipped to support extensive services, including advanced care, testing and diagnostics, and specialized surgical procedures.

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant:

• Provide essential patient care by assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a positive client experience by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

What You'll Do:

• Perform blood draws, including saphenous, cephalic, and jugular venipuncture.
• Place IV catheters confidently.
• Assist with surgical procedures and prepare patients for surgery.
• Support anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and perioperative care.
• Assist with radiographs, patient positioning, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Provide patient restraint, treatments, medication administration, and compassionate daily care.
• Work closely with veterinarians and fellow team members to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital or clinical setting.
• Confidence performing blood draws and placing IV catheters.
• Experience assisting with surgery and supporting anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Strong patient-handling skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

CVT certification is not required. We're looking for someone with practical clinical skills and experience to contribute at a high level as a Veterinary Assistant.

Responsibilities and Benefits:

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing: We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security: Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth: We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network: Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks: Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health:

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [email protected] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.