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Veterinary Tech Assistant

Alliance Animal Health·Paducah, Kentucky

Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 5 days ago
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Veterinary Tech Assistant

How this role compares

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  • 4 similar openings in the Paducah area

About the role

The veterinary tech assistant is responsible for patient restraint, triage, and providing nursing care for hospitalized animals. They also assist with surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, and the administration of medications.

Company Description Ceglinski Animal Clinic in Paducah, KY is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 4-doctor small animal practice that spans two locations.

We are committed to providing the highest and most innovative standards of care to our patients and their owners.

We are a full-service small animal practice that sees mostly dogs and cats.

Some of the services we offer are in-house bloodwork, digital x-ray, laser therapy, endoscopy, ultrasound, dental prophylaxis, and surgery (including routine, elective and advanced soft tissue surgeries).

Our hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm.

Our team is fantastic and made up of experienced and supportive individuals who enjoy having fun and working hard together.

Our hospital is located in Paducah – a cozy community in western Kentucky, halfway between St.

Louis, MO and Nashville, TN.

If you enjoy history and museums, we have a quite a few to visit: William Clark Market House, Paducah Railroad Museum, Lloyd Tilghman House, and Civil War Museum to name a few.

Enjoy a beautiful outdoor walk at Bob Noble Park, Greenway Trail, or the Kentucky Dam!

We have something for everyone, including art galleries, antique stores, distilleries, wineries, and some amazing local restaurants to enjoy.

Have a family or looking to start one?

The schools are excellent, we have several great active communities and there’s so many things to do and see with kids.

Once you visit Paducah, we’re confident you’ll find plenty of reasons to want to stay!

To learn more about us, click here!

Job Description

Job 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.

Qualifications

We’re looking for: An experienced Veterinary Tech Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred. Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator 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.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $13-$15/hr depending on experience 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 pre-employment screening. *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/. #SS2

Requirements

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a veterinary setting and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. Proficiency in sample collection, laboratory testing, and anesthesia monitoring is highly preferred.

  • Triage
  • Radiographs
  • Medication administration
  • Client communication
  • Nursing care
  • Laboratory testing
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Surgical preparation
  • Lab sample collection
  • Medical history taking
  • Pet restraint
  • Anesthetic management

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid vacation
  • FSA
  • HSA
  • Holiday pay
  • Life insurance
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Uniform allowance
  • Paid parental leave program
  • 401k matching program
  • Liability insurance
  • Paid bereavement program
  • Personal pet discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Paducah, Kentucky
Posted
Sep 11, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Alliance Animal Health

At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions...

IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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