Compassionate Veterinary Assistant – Growth & Benefits

Winsted Hospital for Animals; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Matching

Roth retirement savings

Flexible spending options

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Employee pet care benefits

Job summary

Winsted Hospital for Animals is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with animals, support exceptional veterinary medicine, and be part of a collaborative hospital where teamwork and patient care are priorities.

Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant or have strong animal handling experience and are eager to continue learning, you will join a supportive team committed to helping you

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred.
• Animal handling experience with a strong desire to learn is considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during wellness, illness, and surgical appointments.
• Obtain patient histories and document medical information accurately.
• Safely restrain patients during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Assist with patient treatments, nursing care, and diagnostic procedures.
• Support laboratory testing and sample collection.
• Assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records.
• Clean, organize, and stock hospital areas and treatment spaces.
• Provide compassionate client communication and education.
• Help maintain an efficient daily workflow throughout the hospital.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Dependability

Patient care

Attention to detail

Lifting/restraining animals

Job description

Winsted Hospital for Animals is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with animals, support exceptional veterinary medicine, and be part of a collaborative hospital where teamwork and patient care are priorities.

Whether you are an experienced Veterinary Assistant or have strong animal handling experience and are eager to continue learning, you will join a supportive team committed to helping you