Veterinary Assistant Job at Milwoodanimalclinic in Portage

Milwood Animal Clinic is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Looking for a Veterinary Assistant Role Where You Can Grow Your Skills and Love What You Do? Milwood Animal Clinic is a small animal and exotic pet practice committed to unparalleled patient care and exceptional customer service. We are searching for experienced Veterinary Assistants to join our incredible team of compassionate professionals. At Milwood Animal Clinic, every patient — whether it’s a python, macaw, lizard, rabbit, hedgehog, dog, or cat — receives individualized care that combines modern veterinary medicine with old-fashioned TLC. We emphasize Fear-Free handling techniques, strong client communication, and collaborative patient care while fostering a positive, close-knit team culture built around mentorship, support, and growth. If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine, enjoy working with a variety of species, and want to be part of a team that truly values your contributions, we’d love to meet you. Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Milwood Animal Clinic Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities to work with both small animals and exotic pets Fear-Free patient handling and low-stress patient care approaches No nights, weekends, on-call shifts, or holiday hours Mentorship and professional development opportunities Open communication and strong team camaraderie Occasional lunches and coffee runs on usPuns galore to brighten your day

Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramVTNE exam fee reimbursement Continuing education allowance Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Training & Development Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growthCE Allowance and opportunities Tuition Assistance Program Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital Health & Welfare Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental InsuranceEAP with counseling and mental health benefitsDVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues Financial Wellbeing 401K with company contribution Health Savings Account Flexible Spending AccountEAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services Tuition Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral BonusTime Off/Work Life Balance Paid Time OffPaid Holidays Join Our Team! If you’re ready to be recognized as the fantastic veterinary professional you are while working alongside a truly exceptional team, apply today and discover what makes Milwood Animal Clinic such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Milwood Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.