Veterinary Assistant (Overnight)

Prefer Nights? Make a Real Impact When It Matters Most.

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic (QVC) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Overnight Veterinary Assistants to join our small animal team!

If you thrive in a calmer, more focused environment and want to play a critical role in patient care during overnight hours, this is your opportunity. As a 24/7 hospital, our overnight team is essential—supporting emergency cases, monitoring hospitalized patients, and ensuring every pet receives the care they need around the clock.

At QVC, our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while delivering exceptional service to the people who love them.

What You’ll Do

As an Overnight Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be a key part of our after-hours care team—supporting veterinarians and technicians while helping ensure patients remain stable, comfortable, and well cared for through the night.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians during exams and treatments
• Safely restraining and handling pets with care and confidence
• Performing basic in-house lab work, nail trims, and sample collection (urine/fecal)
• Administering subcutaneous fluids, SQ injections, and oral medications
• Preparing and maintaining surgical suites and hospital equipment
• Taking radiographs under the direction of a doctor or technician
• Accurately filling prescriptions and managing refill requests
• Communicating clearly with clients to provide support and education
• Entering patient notes and charges into the hospital database system

Schedule & Availability

We offer full-time and part-time overnight positions.

Typical shifts include:

• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Overnight team members play a vital role in continuous patient care and emergency response.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with and restraining animals (preferred)
• Strong customer service skills (required)
• Ability to stay organized and focused in a fast-paced or emergency setting
• A self-starter who can work independently overnight while still collaborating with the team
• Ability to Maintain a professional presence, including communication, appearance, and conduct
• Physical ability to:
  • Lift up to 40 lbs regularly
  • Assist with lifting up to 150 lbs (with team support)
  • Handle and walk large dogs

Benefits & Perks

We support our team with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health support benefits
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Shift differentials (up to $3.50 more for overnight shifts)
• Employee pet care discounts
• On-the-job training & online education portal access
• Team events and a supportive work culture

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular standing, walking, sitting, and communication with team members and clients. Close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment are necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Why Join QVC?

Overnight shifts offer a unique opportunity to develop strong clinical skills, work closely with critical cases, and be part of a tight-knit, supportive team. If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference—even in the middle of the night—we’d love to hear from you.