Bilingual Veterinary Assistant — Four‑Day Week & Pet Perks

Northgate Animal Hospital, pa; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Northgate Animal Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

Enjoy a four-day work week with shifts from 7:20 AM to 5:45 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday. We offer comprehensive benefits—medical, dental, vision, and retirement—plus a 401(k) match, PTO, employee pet discounts, and a referral bonus for bringing in a new teammate.

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Perform basic lab tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, stocking supplies and ensuring a sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal care

Vet equipment use

Safety handling

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Northgate Animal Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

Enjoy a four-day work week with shifts from 7:20 AM to 5:45 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday. We offer comprehensive benefits—medical, dental, vision, and retirement—plus a 401(k) match, PTO, employee pet discounts, and a referral bonus for bringing in a new teammate.