Job Description
Req Id:  39705
Job Title:  Veterinary Assistant (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Purdue Veterinary Hospital is looking to add to our Small Animal Internal Medicine team where the veterinary assistant will be responsible for patient restraint and care, set-up and assisting during various endoscopic, laser, and surgical procedures (including specialty equipment and instruments), assisting with sample collection, client communication, and client education. The assistant is a vital member of the team, helping to ensure that all treatment areas are stocked with supplies and biosecurity methods are followed. The Internal Medicine team works Monday-Friday.

 

About us:
Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, Indiana, is a beautiful campus that supports both a College of Veterinary Medicine as well as an associate and bachelor's degree program in Veterinary Technology. As a university employee, veterinary assistants are afforded a generous benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions.

 

What We’re Looking For:                                
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of work experience in a veterinary hospital

 

Skills needed:

  • Able to listen to and follow both verbal and written directions. 
  • Must possess good oral and written communication skills with the ability to read and write in English. 
  • Must have confidence around domestic animals

 

What is helpful:

  • Specialty veterinary experience
  • NAVTA Veterinary Assistant certification

 

Additional Information: 

  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE  
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position    
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position  
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)  
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Support 3

  • Pay Band S040
  • Job Code #20003998

 

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php 

 

EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA employer. 

Posting Start Date:  11/26/25