Veterinary Assistant – VUCC Braintree

Love Emergency Medicine but Looking for Better Hours?

Do you enjoy the fast pace and variety of emergency medicine but aren’t looking for the intensity of a traditional ER?

Veterinary Urgent Care Center (VUCC) Braintree offers the best of both worlds. We provide same-day care for non-emergent illnesses and injuries while referring patients who need more intensive emergency or hospitalization services to the appropriate facility.

We’re looking for a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 27 Commercial St., Braintree, MA 02184
Pay: $21 - $24/hour

What You’ll Do

Our Veterinary Assistants play an important role in keeping the hospital running smoothly and supporting the medical team. You’ll work with a steady flow of sick and injured patients while gaining exposure to a variety of cases.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely restraining patients for exams and procedures
• Cleaning and maintaining treatment areas
• Turning over and cleaning surgical suites
• Assisting Veterinary Technicians with daily patient care
• Running in-house bloodwork and other diagnostics
• Setting up rooms and procedures
• Preparing equipment and supplies
• Answering phones and responding to emails
• Assisting with patient care and recovery
• Supporting the team wherever needed throughout the day

More Than Just Urgent Care

At VUCC Braintree, you’ll have the opportunity to be exposed to a wide variety of veterinary medicine, including:

• Urgent care
• Wellness care
• Same-day surgery
• In-house diagnostics
• Digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• Dentistry, including cleanings, extractions, and dental radiographs
• Pharmacy services
• Euthanasia
• Acute illness and injury management

Schedule

VUCC is open 7 days a week with extended hours:

• Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
• Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

We are seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant. Specific shifts and weekend expectations will be discussed during the interview.

Why VUCC?

If you want to build your veterinary skills in a fast-paced environment without the intensity of a traditional 24/7 emergency hospital, VUCC could be a great fit.

You’ll work alongside a team with experience in general practice, emergency medicine, critical care, and surgery, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow while supporting patients who need immediate care.

Our hospital is also 100% paperless, using NEO software to keep patient records updated in real time.

Ready to Grow Your Veterinary Career?

If you’re a Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working with sick and injured patients, wants to expand your skills, and thrives as part of a team, 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.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.