Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Surgery & Imaging

Alliance Animal Health; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; 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

Background Check

Job summary

Gentle Care Animal Hospital in Lawrence, KS is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You’ll work alongside veterinarians to provide excellent patient care and support daily hospital operations.

You’ll safely restrain pets, assist with exams, collect samples, support imaging, and help with surgeries. We value collaboration, compassionate care, and ongoing learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented approach to patient care.
• Ability to safely and confidently restrain pets.
• Strong communication skills and multitasking in a busy veterinary setting.
• Willingness to learn and support hospital needs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely restraining pets during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Triaging incoming patients and communicating important observations to the veterinary team.
• Collecting and analyzing laboratory samples and assisting with diagnostic testing.
• Supporting diagnostic imaging, including preparing and processing radiographs.
• Providing nursing care for hospitalized patients with varying medical needs and stability levels.
• Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team.
• Preparing patients for surgery, assisting with surgical procedures, and supporting anesthesia monitoring.
• Obtaining medical histories and communicating treatment plans and care instructions to clients.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, clients, and staff.
• Supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians in delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Calm demeanor

Team oriented

Communication skills

Multitasking

Job description

Gentle Care Animal Hospital in Lawrence, KS is seeking a friendly Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You’ll work alongside veterinarians to provide excellent patient care and support daily hospital operations.

You’ll safely restrain pets, assist with exams, collect samples, support imaging, and help with surgeries. We value collaboration, compassionate care, and ongoing learning in a fast-paced environment.