Alliance Animal Health·Hammond, Louisiana
The veterinary assistant is responsible for providing nursing care, performing diagnostic imaging, and assisting with surgical procedures. They must also manage patient triage, collect lab samples, and communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
Company DescriptionHammond Veterinary Services is a full-service state of the art companion animal hospital in Hammond, LA.
We pride ourselves in providing top-notch, personalized medical care in an environment that is both welcoming and comfortable!
Our hospital is both AAHA Accredited and an A+ Rated Business through the Better Business Bureau.
We have the best technology available for our patients and regularly provide wellness and preventative care, sick and urgent pet care, general surgery, dentistry, digital radiology, ultrasound, orthopedic procedures, boarding and more!
Our team is reliable, well trained, efficient, and supported and we have great clients who remain loyal through generations.Hammond is located in the southern region of Louisiana about 45 min from Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
The homestyle town is known for its many great local restaurants, culture, rich history, and antiques galore!
Outdoor enthusiasts will love being out on the bayou fishing, hunting, and exploring.
This growing region sits near a beautiful coastal shoreline, which makes for another great recreation resource.To learn more about us click here.
Come visit and check us out.... you won't want to leave!
Job DescriptionJob duties include, but are not limited to:Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.
May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.QualificationsWe’re looking for:An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong CommunicatorMust be able to properly restrain pets.Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.Additional InformationWe offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral 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/.#SS3
Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a veterinary setting and possess strong communication and multi-tasking skills. Proficiency in pet restraint, laboratory testing, and anesthesia monitoring is highly preferred.
Market context
In Louisiana, veterinary assistant roles are commonly shaped by steady clinic demand and the need for dependable support with animal handling, client communication, and day-to-day care. This role can be competitive because employers often look for prior assistant experience, strong restraint skills, and the ability to stay calm around odors, noise, and injury risk. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then highlight hands-on animal care and teamwork experience in your application.