Veterinary Assistant

Description Veterinary Assistant Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital that values your skills, fosters growth, and provides top-tier patient care? St. Matthews Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated team member to join our AAHA-accredited general practice in the heart of Louisville, KY! At St. Matthews, we take pride in our state-of-the-art facility and commitment to medical excellence. Our well-trained, compassionate team prioritizes client education and innovative medicine to enhance the lives of pets and their families. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work closely with our doctors and technicians in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, utilizing cutting-edge equipment including: Digital radiography & dental radiographyFull in-house laboratory for efficient diagnosticsCO2 laser & therapeutic laser for advanced surgical and pain management techniquesStem Cell Therapy to provide innovative treatment options Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Animal handling and restraintAssist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and proceduresObtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical recordMaintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areasRestock and organize medical suppliesConstantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set Skills and Qualifications: 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferredExcellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectivelyA team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude Benefits and Perks: Paid Time Off inclusive of sick, personal, and vacationPaid holidays401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employmentHealth Care insurance plans with 3 tiered optionsFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account optionsDental insurance; 100% paid premium option for team membersVision insurance optionsComplimentary Short-Term Disability Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or familyCompany Sponsored Employee Assistance ProgramLong Term Disability optionTeam Member Discounts for Pet CareReferral Bonus ProgramDailyPay on Demand St. Matthews Animal Clinic is a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.