Equine Veterinary Assistant

Thomasville Animal Hospital is seeking a part-time equine veterinary assistant who will support our veterinarians in delivering exceptional medical care while taking an active role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment. Core Responsibilities Patient Care & Medical Support Horse Handling & Restraint: Safely catch, handle, and restrain horses of various temperaments during physical exams, lameness checks, treatments, and procedures, including jogging or lunging horses in hand when required. Clinical Assistance: Prepare examination spaces, set up diagnostic equipment (digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy), and assist veterinarians during field or clinic work. Laboratory & Pharmacy: Process, label, and prepare diagnostic samples; organize clinic pharmacy and prepare prescriptions under direct supervision. Patient Monitoring: Assist in observing hospitalized patients, checking vitals, and reporting any changes in status to the veterinary team. Administrative & Client Communication: Maintain patient medical records, schedule appointments, and assist with billing or client updates during ambulatory calls. Facility & Habitat Maintenance Stall Maintenance: Provide daily cleaning, mucking, and stripping of in-hospital patient stalls to ensure a sterile, comfortable environment. Bedding Management: Pick stalls frequently throughout the day, replenish clean bedding, and manage individual feeding or watering setups according to medical orders. Paddock Care: Clean and pick up manure from outdoor paddocks, check and scrub automatic waterers or troughs, and inspect fencing daily for safety. Biosecurity & Sanitization: Follow strict isolation and disinfection protocols for stalls and equipment to prevent the spread of infectious disease. Qualifications & Skills Equine Experience: Proven hands-on experience handling horses safely, with a strong understanding of equine behavior and body language. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs, perform strenuous physical labor (shoveling, lifting feed bags, wheelbarrowing), and stand for long periods in all weather conditions. Professional Attributes: Strong attention to detail, reliability, and excellent communication skills when collaborating with medical staff and clients. Licensing: High school diploma or equivalent; a valid driver's license with a clean driving record is preferred for operating clinic vehicles. At Thomasville Animal Hospital, we are committed to a positive, welcoming workplace where high standards, a strong work ethic, professionalism, and mutual respect guide everything we do. Every team member plays an important part in nurturing and protecting this culture. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating shared successes, and working together to provide thoughtful care for our patients and their families. We welcome applicants who share these values and are ready to uphold them each day.