Vet Assistant
About this role
Veterinary Assistant
š Location: Saugus, MA
š Schedule: Full-Time | Four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts and 1 Saturday a month
šµ Pay Range: $18-$22 (Based on experience)
Saugus Animal Hospital is a growing three-doctor practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. We treat every patient and client like family and emphasize Fear Free medicine, teamwork, and a positive clinic culture. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our team.
We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant who is eager to learn, loves working with animals, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care and wants to build their skills alongside experienced veterinarians and technicians.
If you are motivated, reliable, and passionate about animal welfare, we would love to meet you!
What You’ll Do
Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient appointments and procedures
Properly restrain animals for exams and treatments
Prepare exam rooms and surgical areas
Clean, sterilize, and maintain instruments and equipment
Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes to the medical team
Collect and prepare lab samples
Provide compassionate client communication and education
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment
What We’re Looking For
Previous veterinary assistant experience
Strong animal handling and restraint skills
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Dependable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
Schedule
Four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts
Must be available for one Saturday per month
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation + Monthly Bonus Opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
- Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
- Annual Scrub Allowance
- Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA and tech-specific content
- 401K with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care
- Personal pet care discounts at all CVP locations + Pet Insurance Discounts
- Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network
Let’s Talk About Your Next Career Move
Whether you're an experienced assistant ready for a change, or you're just looking for the right culture fit, let's connect and see if Saugus Animal Hospital is right for you.
CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Company at a glance
At Community Veterinary Partners, we believe a kinder, more compassionate world begins with how we careāfor animals, for people, and for each other.
Weāre a growing community of over 140 locally led general practice, exotic, large animal, and ER/Specialty veterinary hospitals, across 18 states, united by a shared mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people.
Each hospital in our community has its own story, culture, and valuesāand we believe in honoring and celebrating that individuality. What brings us together is a commitment to care thatās not just clinically excellent, but deeply human in spirit.
Our work is guided by four core pillars
- Elevate Care: through clinical autonomy, innovation, and shared expertise
- Champion People: with well-being support, mentorship, and career growth
- Enhance Experiences: for our teams, clients, and patients alike
- Expand Impact: in the communities we serve and the profession we love
Whether itās mentoring the next generation of doctors, hosting clinical trials, fostering leadership, or helping a team open the doors to a new hospital, CVP is building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.
Weāre not just in the business of veterinary medicineāweāre building a place where people grow, teams thrive, and every meaningful moment of care makes a difference.
Top Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Mental health support
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Holiday pay
- Annual scrub allowance
- Free race-approved ce platform
- 401k with employer match
- Incentive programs
- Pet care discounts
- Pet insurance discounts
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