Mission Veterinary Partners
Overview
Morrison Animal Hospital is looking for a Full-time OR Part-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Garden City, MI!
Location: 33607 Ford Rd., Garden City, MI 48135
Schedule: Full-time (30+ hours/week)
Shift: Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays
Website:
Compensation: $15-$18/hour, based on experience
About the Role:
We're a busy 4-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice looking for a skilled, compassionate veterinary assistant with 2-3 years of experience in general practice. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about top-notch patient care-we'd love to meet you!
Must-have experience with:
Hospital Details:
At Morrison Animal Hospital, we're proud of our collaborative culture, where continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork are more than just words-they're how we work every day.
We're part of Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) , an organization committed to being an employer of choice in veterinary medicine. We know that when veterinary professionals feel valued, supported, and inspired, it reflects directly in the care we provide to our patients and clients.
You can expect:
Apply today and come see what makes Morrison Animal Hospital a great place to grow your career!
BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
How you'll make an impact:
Physical demands and work environment
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Morrison Animal Hospital is looking for a Full-time OR Part-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Garden City, MI!
Location: 33607 Ford Rd., Garden City, MI 48135
Schedule: Full-time (30+ hours/week)
Shift: Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays
Website:
Compensation: $15-$18/hour, based on experience
About the Role:
We're a busy 4-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice looking for a skilled, compassionate veterinary assistant with 2-3 years of experience in general practice. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about top-notch patient care-we'd love to meet you!
Must-have experience with:
- Venipuncture & IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia & anesthetic monitoring for general surgery and dentistry
- Proficiency monitoring multiple parameters (SpO2, CO2, ECG, BP, temp, HR, etc.)
Hospital Details:
- Software: Avimark
- In-house lab: Heska
- Charting: Scribenote (AI charting tool)
- Services offered: Orthopedic surgery, laser therapy, oncology, ultrasound, and more
- Hospital hours:
- Mon: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Tue: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wed: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thu: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sat: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sun: Closed
At Morrison Animal Hospital, we're proud of our collaborative culture, where continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork are more than just words-they're how we work every day.
We're part of Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) , an organization committed to being an employer of choice in veterinary medicine. We know that when veterinary professionals feel valued, supported, and inspired, it reflects directly in the care we provide to our patients and clients.
You can expect:
- A positive and inclusive work environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Mentoring, coaching, and access to online learning resources
- A team that truly supports each other
Apply today and come see what makes Morrison Animal Hospital a great place to grow your career!
BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- PTO increases with years of service
- 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
- Annual performance review with wage evaluation
- Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- FSA & HSA options
- Maternity leave
- Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
- Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
- 24/7 access to experts
- Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more
- Life & AD&D
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Uniform allowance
- CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
- $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
- Access to RACE-approved CE platform
- Internal rewards program - earn points, redeem gift cards
- Pet care discounts
- Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students
How you'll make an impact:
- Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
- The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
- The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
- The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
- The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
- The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
- The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
- The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
- The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Physical demands and work environment
- The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
- The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.