Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Day Shifts, Growth

Alliance Animal; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Saint Francis Animal Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1 year of experience. The role involves restraining pets, triaging patients, collecting and analyzing lab samples, and assisting with diagnostic imaging, surgery, and anesthesia management.

You will work with a dedicated doctor and team, with no on-call or overnight hours. We offer benefits and ongoing training to support staff development.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and calm demeanor required.
• Excellent communicator and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Experience restraining pets and assisting in patient care is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets for procedures and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples, perform diagnostic imaging as needed.
• Assist in medical care and nursing of hospitalized cases.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans to clients.
• Prepare and assist in surgeries; monitor anesthesia.
• Be prepared for exposure to odors, noises, and potentially contagious diseases.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Job description

Saint Francis Animal Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1 year of experience. The role involves restraining pets, triaging patients, collecting and analyzing lab samples, and assisting with diagnostic imaging, surgery, and anesthesia management.

You will work with a dedicated doctor and team, with no on-call or overnight hours. We offer benefits and ongoing training to support staff development.