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Commonwealth of Massachusetts lists this Veterinarian Assistant opportunity in plainville, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Job Description - Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) KD)
Job Description
Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) - ( KD )
Description
The Racing Division of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to hire seasonal Veterinary Assistants. Reporting to the Test Barn Coordinator, this position provides seasonal services at licensed racetrack facilities within the Commonwealth and related duties as assigned. The anticipated dates of service are April through November.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
AssistingtheMGC veterinaryand administrativestaff at the Commonwealth’s licensed racetrack facilities (PlainridgePark).
Maintainingthe test barn areaina clean and professional manner
Collectingurine for post-race testing of racehorses, and following appropriate chain of custody procedures.
Key attributes of the successful candidate(s):
Ability tostand for long periods of time
Ability to work in outdoor conditions
Ability towork well in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal and observational skills
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material
Contribute actively to a work environment that embraces diversity
Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard
Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers andcustomer, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism
Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations
Knowledge and skills required:
Previous experience working with horses
Knowledge and skills preferred:
Previous experience in theMGC Racing Division orracetrack industry
Typical schedule is five hours per day, 1-4 days per week.
The successful candidate must pass an extensive background check conducted by the Massachusetts State Police. It includes a full credit check, CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), fingerprinting, drug test, reference checks, review of IRS Income Tax Transcripts for the last four years, and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Massachusetts Dept of Revenue (DOR).
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is responsible for the implementation of the expanded gaming law (Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011) and regulatory oversight of G.L. chapter 23K (casino gaming), chapter 23N (sports wagering), and chapter 128A (horse racing). Under these laws, the Commission is tasked with establishing a regulatory framework for the solicitation, licensing, taxation, and oversight of a maximum of three casino licenses and one slots parlor only license, the provision of in-person and digital sports wagering, and the live and simulcasting of horse racing in Massachusetts.
It is the policy of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.
Primary Location
United States-Massachusetts-Plainville - 301 Washington St
Job
Unclassified
Agency
Massachusetts Gaming Commission
Schedule
Day
Job Posting
Aug 5, 2026, 4:11:09 PM
Number of Openings
4
Salary
23.70 - 23.70 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affiirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Kathleen Buckley -
Bargaining Unit : 000-Unclassified
Confidential : No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No
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Worksite address
plainville, MA, 02762, US
Who can apply
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