Senior Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

Senior Veterinary Assistant in Internal Medicine supports board-certified veterinary internists in a fast-paced, high-acuity specialty hospital environment. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians in internal medicine diagnostics and treatments, animal restraint and handling for dogs and cats with varying medical conditions, collecting and processing laboratory samples, supporting client communication under medical staff direction, maintaining accurate electronic medical records, assisting with endoscopy, ultrasound, and other scope-based procedures, preparing and maintaining medical equipment and instruments, supporting radiology and diagnostic imaging procedures, monitoring hospitalized patients, aiding hospital flow coordination, and providing cross-department support as needed (internal medicine, surgery, emergency, etc.). Required qualifications emphasize strong animal handling and restraint, lab sample collection/processing, familiarity with veterinary terminology and hospital workflow, ability to work in a fast-paced specialty or emergency environment, strong communication and teamwork skills, multitasking under pressure, and EMR experience preferred; education requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), PTO/holidays, CE support, uniform allowance, employee pet care discounts, and opportunities for growth in veterinary specialty medicine.