Veterinary Assistant

What You’ll Do In this veterinary role, your responsibilities may include: Safely restraining patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures Triaging incoming veterinary patients and helping the team prioritize care Collecting and processing laboratory samples Assisting with diagnostic imaging, including digital radiographs Providing nursing care and monitoring hospitalized patients with varying levels of stability Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team Obtaining medical histories and communicating treatment plans and instructions to clients Preparing patients for surgery and assisting with veterinary surgical procedures Supporting anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming veterinary environment Our hospital uses modern veterinary technology and diagnostic tools, including ultrasound, digital X-ray, in-house laboratory capabilities, and other diagnostic equipment . You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians while gaining exposure to a wide range of cases and services. We’re looking for: We’re looking for a compassionate and dependable Veterinarian Assistant who enjoys working with both people and animals. You’ll thrive here if you’re calm under pressure, communicate well, can multitask, and enjoy being part of a team. We’re looking for someone who has: At least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience Weekend and holiday availability Strong animal handling and restraint skills Experience with sample collection, medical histories, laboratory testing, and radiographs An interest in continuing to develop veterinary skills and knowledge A self-starter mindset and willingness to learn Strong communication and teamwork skills Anesthesia monitoring experience is a plus We offer our staff: Pay: $15/hr + depending on experience Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/ .