Careers

About the Role

Creature Comforts Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience 
• Schedule: Flexible Friday through Tuesday schedule 

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Feeling Stuck or Undervalued in Your Career?

If your weekends are spent reliving last week’s chaos instead of sleeping in, sipping bubble tea, or trying to put sunglasses on your dog — you might be suffering from a severe condition called “Not Working at Creature Comforts.”  We’re not doctors (well… some of us are), but we know the cure: join our fantastic team!

At Creature Comforts Animal Hospital, we’re on a mission to make veterinary medicine both meaningful and fun again. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate, curious, and ready to grow in a workplace where your skills are appreciated and your personality is celebrated.

Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Creature Comforts Animal Hospital

At Creature Comforts, we believe that to take the best care of our patients, we must also take care of each other. Our culture is built on teamwork, open communication, and plenty of laughter.

• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Mentorship and support as you grow your career — the more you know, the better we all are
• Opportunities to explore services such as ultrasonography, stem cell therapy, laser therapy, and more
• Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Leadership that listens and invests in your development

What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring

You’re a go-getter with a love for animals and people alike. You thrive in a team where positivity and professionalism go hand in hand.

• A highly positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• The ability to stay composed, organized, and efficient
• A natural talent for anticipating what needs to be done (and getting it done)
• Empathy toward clients, coworkers, and yourself
• A willingness to learn, share knowledge, and grow continuously
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Do

Every day, you’ll make a difference for pets, clients, and your teammates by providing compassionate, top-quality care.

• Assist with exams, dental cleanings, lab work, and radiology
• Provide hands-on care to dogs, cats, and exotic species
• Anticipate the needs of DVMs and promote teamwork
• Maintain a positive attitude in fast-paced situations
• Participate in meetings and training that foster professional growth
• Help keep the clinic organized, efficient, and full of good vibes
• Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence
• Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)
• Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handling
• Celebrate the moments that matter — birthdays, babies, anniversaries

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Think you’re the Veterinary Assistant we’ve been dreaming of? Awesome!  Join our team at Creature Comforts Animal Hospital and experience the difference we can make together — for our patients, our clients, and each other.

Apply today and start loving your career again!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Creature Comforts Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.