Compassionate Veterinary Assistant | No Weekends + Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Pet discount

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

Lakewood Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while ensuring high standards of animal care and client service.

The role offers a full-time schedule of three 10-hour shifts, with no weekends. Prior veterinary assistant experience and comfort with animal handling are preferred; we provide ongoing training and employee discounts for pet families.

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary assistant experience.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Comfort with basic lab work and maintaining clean, sterile environments.
• Strong communication with pet owners about care and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccines 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, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical records

Client communication

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Disinfection techniques

Job description

Lakewood Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while ensuring high standards of animal care and client service.

The role offers a full-time schedule of three 10-hour shifts, with no weekends. Prior veterinary assistant experience and comfort with animal handling are preferred; we provide ongoing training and employee discounts for pet families.