Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Support Pets & Vets

Relevance Ventures; Johnson City, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Relevance Ventures is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support Veterinarians at our Johnson City facility. You will help examinations, restrain animals during procedures, and ensure a clean, welcoming environment for pets and clients.

The role requires a compassionate, patient individual with strong communication skills and physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. Training in a Veterinary Assistant program is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; a Veterinary Assistant certificate is a plus.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (lift up to 50 lbs).
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Comfortable around animals (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, etc.).
• Willingness to work in emergencies when needed.

Responsibilities

• Feed, groom, and weigh animals
• Clean cages and bathe animals
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination rooms
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication as prescribed by veterinarians
• Observe animal behavior or health conditions and report to the Vet
• Help in emergencies
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare

Skills

Pet ownership advantage

Excellent communication skills

Patient and caring personality

Ability to follow instructions

Comfortable around animals

Physical stamina (lift up to 50 lbs)

Emergency availability

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma

Veterinary Assistant certificate (plus)

Job description

Relevance Ventures is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support Veterinarians at our Johnson City facility. You will help examinations, restrain animals during procedures, and ensure a clean, welcoming environment for pets and clients.

The role requires a compassionate, patient individual with strong communication skills and physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs. Training in a Veterinary Assistant program is preferred.