65 Carevet Veterinary Practice Manager Jobs Hiring Near You

CareVet of Columbus is growing, and we're excited to welcome a compassionate, motivated Veterinary Assistant to our team.

Under the new leadership of Dr. VanGundy, Medical Director, our hospital has elevated the practice of medicine to the highest standards. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, practicing evidence-based medicine, and creating positive outcomes for every pet and family we serve.

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence in patient care, we invite you to join us.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting our doctors and Registered Veterinary Technicians while helping deliver outstanding medical care and an exceptional client experience. You'll work closely with the medical team to ensure every patient receives compassionate, efficient, gold-standard care from check-in through discharge.

• Assist veterinarians and RVTs during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures

• Safely restrain dogs and cats using low-stress handling techniques

• Prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites

• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and client education

• Collect diagnostic samples including fecal, urine, ear cytology, and blood samples when appropriately trained and delegated under Ohio law

• Support anesthesia preparation and patient monitoring under veterinarian or RVT supervision

• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery

• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide basic nursing care, including feeding, walking, cleaning, and comfort care

• Accurately document treatments and patient information in medical records

• Maintain hospital cleanliness, sterilize instruments, and follow infection control protocols

• Stock medical supplies and assist with inventory management

• Support front-of-house workflow and over-the-counter client needs as needed

• Safe and confident handling of dogs and cats

• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and preventive medicine

• Understanding of common medications, vaccines, and veterinary products

• Ability to perform delegated patient care tasks under veterinary supervision

• Familiarity with surgical preparation and anesthesia support

• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality medicine

• Fear Free® handling experience is a plus

• Excellent communication and client service

• Positive attitude and collaborative team mindset

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Dependable, punctuality, and attention to detail

• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a culture of medical excellence

• Minimum of one year of experience in a veterinary hospital, animal clinic, or comparable animal care setting preferred

• Experience assisting with surgery and hospitalized patient care preferred

• Comfortable using computers and veterinary practice management software

• Veterinary Assistant certification is welcomed but not required

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and safely assist in handling animals of various sizes

At CareVet of Columbus, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. Our team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care while supporting one another through teamwork, mentorship, and continuous professional growth.

You'll have the opportunity to learn alongside experienced veterinarians and RVTs in a hospital that values quality medicine, collaboration, and doing what's best for every patient.

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

• Employee pet care discounts

• Opportunities for career advancement

• A positive, team-focused culture dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking to build a career in a hospital where medicine matters, teamwork is valued, and every patient receives the highest standard of care—we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of the CareVet of Columbus team, where compassion, collaboration, and excellence create positive outcomes for pets, clients, and one another every day.