Job Description

Veterinary Assistant – Full Time

Boston Veterinary Clinic – Seaport is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our collaborative, Fear Free team! If you're passionate about patient care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking for a long-term veterinary home, we'd love to meet you.

Schedule

• Full-time (36–40 hours per week)
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Monday–Saturday availability required
• Rotating Saturdays (hospital is open every other Saturday)
• Shifts scheduled between 7:30 AM and 7:30 PM

Compensation

$22–$27/hour, based on experience

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who is a great culture fit—a team player who enjoys collaborating, brings solutions to challenges, and is excited to grow with our hospital for the long term.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of core vs. lifestyle vaccines
• Comfortable collecting patient histories
• Excellent animal restraint skills
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care
• Strong client communication skills
• Positive attitude and collaborative mindset

Why Boston Veterinary Clinic – Seaport?

You'll work alongside a three-doctor team in a modern hospital that values teamwork, continued learning, and exceptional medicine.

Our culture is built around:

• Fear Free® handling methods
• Relationship-based medicine
• Team collaboration
• High-quality client communication
• Continuing education and professional growth
• State-of-the-art medicine

Hospital Highlights

• Modern, well-equipped facility
• ezyVet practice management software
• Collaborative multi-doctor team
• Fast-paced urban caseload
• Opportunities to assist with surgery, dentistry, and urgent care cases
• Convenient Seaport location near restaurants, waterfront parks, and public transportation
• Career growth within a growing multi-location practice

Services We Provide

• Wellness and preventive care
• Internal medicine
• Dentistry
• Surgery
• Digital diagnostics
• Urgent care during business hours
• Fear Free patient handling for dogs and cats

If you're looking for a hospital where you'll continue to learn, build lasting relationships with your team, and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and join the team at Boston Veterinary Clinic – Seaport!

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, 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: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our 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.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

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 benefits@mvetpartners.com 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.

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