<p>Overview</p> <p>Care for animals. Support your team. Make a difference every single shift.</p> <p>At Chester Animal Clinic and West Chester Pet Resort, we know it takes a village to care for pets, and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together. We're a close-knit, 3 Doctor practice with 2 Veterinary Technicians who love what they do and want a teammate who feels the same way. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.</p> <p>And yes, we said no weekends. No holidays. A set schedule. Keep reading.</p> <p>Why You'll Love Us:</p> <ul> <li>Supportive, Fun Team Culture - We take our work seriously but never miss a chance to laugh and celebrate successes. We're a crew that shows up for each other every single day. </li><li>Full-Service Veterinary Expertise - Our full-service hospital offers cutting-edge medicine and surgical services, delivered with genuine compassion and expert teamwork. </li><li>Growth & Teamwork Culture - We believe in building strong relationships, leaning on each other, and continuously learning and growing together. </li></ul> <p>You'll Be A Great Fit If:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Have at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience (though we're willing to train the right person!)</p> </li><li> <p>You love animals (obviously) and have a calm, steady presence</p> </li><li> <p>You're a great communicator and work well with clients and teammates</p> </li><li> <p>You're organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable</p> </li><li> <p>You're cool under pressure and thrive in a busy hospital setting</p> </li><li> <p>You're eager to learn and grow in your role</p> </li><li> <p>You value teamwork and know how to pitch in wherever you're needed</p> </li></ul> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Keeping accurate medical records and helping answer client questions</p> </li><li> <p>Prepping patients for exams and surgeries</p> </li><li> <p>Administering medications as directed</p> </li><li> <p>Assisting with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.)</p> </li><li> <p>Cleaning and sanitizing surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas</p> </li><li> <p>Monitoring post-op patients and reporting any changes</p> </li><li> <p>Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Helping educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care</p> </li><li> <p>Partnering with Credentialed Technicians and Veterinarians to provide top-tier care</p> </li></ul> <p>Bonus Points If You:</p> <ul> <li>Have experience with venipuncture, patient restraint, or pharmacy knowledge </li><li>Are familiar with small animal preventative care and client communication </li><li>Have worked in Cornerstone practice management software </li></ul> <p>Perks + Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay, based on experience </li><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance </li><li>Free virtual mental health services for household (13+) </li><li>Generous CE allowance + paid CE time </li><li>Uniform allowance </li><li>Pet care discounts for your personal pets </li><li>PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave </li><li>A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between) </li><li>Access to Encore Vet Group's library of training, CE, and career development resources </li><li>A 401(k) with up to 5% company match. </li></ul> <p>Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Apply today!</p> <p>Check us out: www.chesteranimalclinic.com</p> <p>Chester Animal Clinic and West Chester Pet Resort is proud to be partnered with Encore Vet Group - see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com</p> <p>Encore Vet Group is a community 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.</p> <p>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.</p>