Veterinary Assistant

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. Website: Hebron Animal Hospital Get to know our team and hospital better by exploring our hospital profile! Job Description Your day as a veterinary assistant may include: Safely restraining and handling patients for examinations and proceduresTriaging incoming patients and obtaining accurate medical historiesCollecting, processing, and analyzing laboratory samplesAssisting with diagnostic imaging, including digital radiologyProviding nursing care and monitoring hospitalized patients with varying levels of stabilityAdministering medications and treatments as directed by the veterinary teamCommunicating treatment plans and recommendations to clientsPreparing patients for surgery and assisting during proceduresSupporting anesthesia monitoring and patient recoveryMaintaining 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 preferredComfortable properly restraining and handling petsCompassionate, calm, dependable, and able to multitaskA strong communicator and collaborative team playerA self-starter who is eager to continue learningComfortable in a fast-paced veterinary environmentExperienced 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 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