Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Crossroads Veterinary Clinic | Three Rivers, MI

$15–$17/hour

15275 M-60 West, Three Rivers, MI 49093

Are you a Veterinary Assistant looking for a part-time opportunity where you can grow your skills, build client relationships, and gain experience in a progressive small-animal hospital? Crossroads Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

We are also welcoming LVT students who want to gain valuable hands-on experience while continuing their education.

What You'll Do

We're looking for someone who is open to working 2–3 days as a Veterinary Assistant and 1–2 days as a Client Service Representative (CSR). This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both patient care and working directly with clients.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll:

• Obtain patient histories
• Discuss core vs. lifestyle vaccines with clients
• Educate clients about preventatives and their importance
• Perform proficient patient restraint
• Perform venipuncture
• Assist with treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
• Support doctors and technicians with patient care
• Provide compassionate care to patients and their families
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment

As a CSR, you'll:

• Provide excellent customer service
• Assist clients with appointments and check-in/check-out
• Communicate professionally with clients
• Support the veterinary team with client needs and hospital flow

What We're Looking For

• Customer service experience
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency with patient restraint
• Venipuncture experience
• Ability to obtain and document patient histories
• Comfortable discussing core vs. lifestyle vaccines
• Ability to explain the importance of preventatives to clients
• A team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to learn and take on both clinical and client-service responsibilities

LVT students are encouraged to apply!

About Our Hospital

Crossroads Veterinary Clinic is an AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital committed to maintaining high standards in veterinary medicine and client care.

Our hospital features:

• EZYvet practice management software
• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• Laser therapy
• Orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery
• Amputations
• FHO procedures
• Broken-bone splinting
• Comprehensive dentistry
• Online pharmacy and appointment scheduling

Our team provides comprehensive care ranging from preventive medicine and advanced diagnostics to surgery, dentistry, and compassionate care throughout every stage of a pet's life.

Schedule & Benefits

• Part-time: 30–34 hours per week
• 3–4 days per week
• Rotating Saturdays
• Eligible for medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Opportunity to work in both Veterinary Assistant and CSR roles

Why Crossroads Veterinary Clinic?

At Crossroads, you'll have the opportunity to develop your veterinary skills while building valuable client-service experience. With AAHA accreditation, advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and a supportive team, you'll be part of a hospital where you can continue to learn and grow.

If you're a Veterinary Assistant—or an LVT student—looking for a team-oriented environment where you can make a difference for patients and their families, we'd love to meet you!

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.