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Alliance Animal Health·Nashville, Tennessee
Veterinary Assistant · $16 - $19/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted dental roles in Nashville, Tennessee rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 24% below the Nashville, Tennessee median for dental roles.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for pet restraint, triage, and assisting in exam rooms and surgical procedures. They also manage nursing care for hospitalized cases and communicate treatment plans to clients.
Company Description McCormick Animal Clinic is a full-service animal clinic serving the Nashville, TN (Donelson) area for over 30 years.
Your pet’s health is very important to us and we will take every step to give your pet the best possible vet care.
Our veterinarians and staff work closely together to ensure your pet can have the best quality of life through our variety of vet services.
Our animal hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to better serve your pet including wellness care, dental exams, dental x-rays, spay and neuter, boarding, grooming, and more!
To learn more about us click the link: McCormick Animal Clinic
Job duties include, but are not limited to: Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, assisting in exam rooms, 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.
We’re looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience required. Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator Veterinary technician license is preferred, but not required Must 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.
Pay Range: $16-$19/hr We offer our staff: 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/. #SS3
USD 16 - USD 19 - hourly
Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant and be proficient in pet restraint. A veterinary technician license is preferred but not required.
Market context
In Tennessee, veterinary assistant roles are often competitive because clinics look for people who can handle animals safely, keep accurate medical records, and stay effective in fast-paced settings. Benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and sick leave. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review key details faster; before applying, confirm the clinic’s handling procedures and documentation expectations.