Company Description At Hebron Animal Hospital, you’ll join a compassionate, knowledgeable, and supportive team that takes pride in providing high-quality veterinary care.
We are a well-established, fast-paced six-doctor small animal veterinary hospital in Hebron, KY.
Our patients are primarily dogs and cats, with the occasional pocket pet.
As an AAHA-certified hospital, we are committed to high standards of care, and our team includes Fear Free Certified professionals who prioritize patient comfort and a positive experience.
As a veterinary assistant, you’ll work alongside our doctors, technicians, and support team to provide hands-on care while helping the hospital run efficiently.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, wants to continue developing their veterinary skills, and genuinely cares about pets and their families.
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Job Description
Your day as a veterinary assistant may include: Safely restraining and handling patients for examinations and procedures Triaging incoming patients and obtaining accurate medical histories Collecting, processing, and analyzing laboratory samples Assisting with diagnostic imaging, including digital radiology Providing nursing care and monitoring hospitalized patients with varying levels of stability Administering medications and treatments as directed by the veterinary team Communicating treatment plans and recommendations to clients Preparing patients for surgery and assisting during procedures Supporting anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery Maintaining clean, organized treatment and patient care areas
Qualifications
We’re looking for a veterinary assistant who is: Experienced in a veterinary setting; 1+ year of veterinary assistant experience is preferred Comfortable properly restraining and handling pets Compassionate, calm, dependable, and able to multitask A strong communicator and collaborative team player A self-starter who is eager to continue learning Comfortable in a fast-paced veterinary environment Experienced with sample collection, medical histories, laboratory testing, radiographs, or anesthesia monitoring is a plus This role involves working closely with animals and may include exposure to unpleasant odors and noises, animal waste, bites, scratches, and potentially contagious diseases.
Additional Information
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/. #SS3
