Veterinary Assistant

Allen Animal Hospital
  • Livonia, Michigan
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Veterinary Assistant — For People Who Want to Be Hands-On (Not Stuck Watching)

    Let’s be real—some assistant roles end up being mostly cleaning, holding, and running around without ever really learning or growing.

    That’s not what we do.

    We’re hiring a Veterinary Assistant who wants to be involved, learning, and making a real impact in patient care—not just standing on the sidelines.

    What Makes This Clinic Different

    • Assistants are actively involved in patient care—not just extra hands
    • A team that teaches, supports, and respects each other
    • Clear workflows so your day isn’t constant chaos
    • Opportunities to learn technical skills and grow in the field
    • A positive, accountable environment—no drama, no cliques

    If you want to build real experience, you’ll get it here.

    What You’ll Actually Be Doing

    This is a busy, hands-on role where you’ll stay moving and learning:

    • Assist technicians and veterinarians during exams and procedures
    • Safely restrain patients and keep them as stress-free as possible
    • Prepare exam rooms, instruments, and surgical areas
    • Help with basic lab work and patient care tasks
    • Clean and maintain equipment and clinic spaces (yes, it matters)
    • Support patient flow so appointments stay on track
    • Communicate with team members to keep things running smoothly
    • Jump in wherever needed—because teamwork is everything here

    You’ll be part of the care team—not just watching from the sidelines.

     What We’re Looking For

    • Previous veterinary or animal handling experience preferred
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong work ethic—you don’t wait to be told what to do
    • Ability to stay organized and multitask
    • Calm, confident handling of animals (even the nervous ones)
    • Positive attitude and team-player mindset
    • Interest in growing in veterinary medicine (big plus)

     What This Job Is NOT

    • You won’t be ignored or treated like “just help”
    • You won’t be stuck doing the same repetitive task all day
    • You won’t be left without support or training

    What You Get

    • Competitive pay
    • Benefits (health, dental, vision)
    • PTO + holidays
    • On-the-job training and skill development
    • A team that actually supports you
    • Real exposure to veterinary medicine (not just the basics)

    Why This Role Stands Out

    You’ll gain real experience, build confidence, and be part of a team that values what you bring—even as an assistant. If you’re thinking about growing in this field, this is where you start doing it the right way.

    Ready to jump in?
    Apply today! Or reach out to Ashley, our clinical staff recruiter, at ashley@obrienvetgroup.com for any questions.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLivonia, Michigan
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    Skills

    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Laboratoryunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Veterinary Medicineunmatched

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