Overview

Veterinary Assistant (Full Time)

Wooster, OH

Why Choose Ark Veterinary Hospital

Because here, we lead with heart. As a full-service hospital, we offer wellness care, surgery, sick
visits, laser therapy, ultrasound, and advanced diagnostics—all delivered by a team that loves what
they do. We’re proud of our medicine and even prouder of the relationships we’ve built with pets and
their people in our community. If you’re looking for a hospital that values team culture, career growth, and high-quality care, you’ve found your place.

About the Practice

At Ark Veterinary Hospital, we know it takes a village to care for pets—and Veterinary Assistants
are the glue that hold it all together. We’re searching for a compassionate, motivated Veterinary
Assistant to join our full-time crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room,
surgery prep, and tail wag.

What You'll Help Make Possible

Calm, confident handling that keeps nervous patients (and their people) at ease
Accurate diagnostics and lab work that support the veterinary team's decisions
A smooth flow of appointments so the hospital runs efficiently even on busy days

What We're Looking For

Required:

1-2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
Comfortable assisting with exams, procedures, and daily patient care
Strong communication skills with clients and teammates

Schedule

Full-time, Day shift
8-12 hour shifts
Rotating weekends
No holiday shifts required

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $17 to $18 per hour, based on experience and skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay, based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
Generous CE allowance plus paid CE time
Uniform allowance
Pet care discounts for your personal pets
PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
Access to Encore Vet Group's library of training, CE, and career development resources
A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

Check us out: www.arkvethosp.com

Ark Veterinary Hospital is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

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