Veterinary Assistant - Discharge

Veterinary Assistant - Discharge - Metro Veterinary Associates (MVA)

Norristown, PA Full Time

Schedule & Pay

• Wednesday-Friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Starting at $19/hr

Why MVA

Medical/Dental/Vision • 401k with match • PTO + CE allowance • Tuition reimbursement • Paid Lunch Breaks • Pet care discounts • Pet food discounts • Paid volunteer time • Uniform allowance

What You'll Do

• Assist discharge nurses in appointments and discharge preparations
• Communicate with clients and team members (both verbal and written)
• Prepare patients for discharge, including removal of IV catheters, fitting e-collars, and assisting with loading pets into vehicles
• Support general patient care responsibilities including laundry, husbandry, walking dogs, and cage cleaning
• Assist with diagnostics as needed
• Stock and organize supplies throughout the hospital
• Maintain a clean and organized environment that meets the highest standards of care
• Collaborate with our nursing and support teams across departments
• Provide compassionate communication and support to clients navigating post-hospital care
• Stay organized and calm in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and empathy

What You Bring

• Experience and comfort with dog and cat restraint and handling
• Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
• Is calm, focused, and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Is reliable, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Embraces Fear Free handling techniques for stress-free patient care
• Wants to grow professionally and contribute to high-quality patient care

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates /COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.