Suveto·Memphis, Tennessee
Provide clinical support to veterinarians and technicians by preparing exam rooms, collecting samples, and monitoring admitted patients. Handle client communications, including taking patient histories and educating owners on preventative healthcare.
McGehee Clinic for Animals, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is looking for an experienced full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our Team!
Located in Memphis, TN, McGehee Clinic for Animals is a full-service animal hospital fully equipped to meet the lifelong needs of dogs and cats in the East Memphis area and surrounding communities. Our team of compassionate animal lovers is dedicated to continually improving the care we provide to ensure we offer the very best care for every pet we see at our animal hospital. We strive to create a positive experience during every appointment for our staff, our clients, and our patients!
This is a full-time position.
Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%. In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.
McGehee Clinic for Animals, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Requires a high school diploma and previous experience in a veterinary setting with knowledge of medical terminology. Candidates must be able to lift 50 pounds and safely restrain animals in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
Veterinary assistant roles in Tennessee often draw steady interest because clinics need support with patient handling, records, and day-to-day care. This type of position is competitive when employers want prior veterinary experience, medical terminology knowledge, and the ability to safely restrain animals and work quickly; if you are applying, review the clinic’s patient-handling expectations and note any hands-on animal care experience. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time comparing details before you apply.
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