Equine Field Veterinary Assistant - Bluegrass Equine Surgery

PetVet Care Centers; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Discounts

Calm app access and EAP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Bluegrass Equine Surgery Center in Versailles, Kentucky seeks an Equine Field Veterinary Assistant to join the team. This full-time position supports veterinarians in the field, prepares equipment, and documents patient care.

The BES location provides primary equine care across central Kentucky with a 40-hour workweek, potential overtime during peak seasons, and a starting hourly rate of $15.75–$20.00 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Comfortable around horses; willingness to learn handling techniques.
• Dependable, professional, organized; follow instructions.
• Initiative to support field appointments and daily workflow.
• Flexible with schedules, overtime and emergencies.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds; outdoor work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, ultrasounds, mobile radiographs, emergencies and euthanasia.
• Assist with blood collection, prepare horses for exams, and jog horses during evaluations.
• Gather Coggins info, take photos, document markings.
• Maintain breeding and medical records; enter charges using software.

Skills

Horsemanship

Horse handling

ezyVet

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Bluegrass Equine Surgery Center is currently seeking an Equine Field Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as an Equine Field Veterinary Assistant who accompany veterinarians on field calls and assist with patient care, procedures, equipment preparation, and accurate documentation.

Bluegrass Equine Surgery (BES) in Versailles, Kentucky, provides exceptional client service and primary equine medical care throughout central Kentucky. We are seeking a full-time Equine Field Veterinary Assistant to support our veterinarians in the field.

Reports to: Assigned veterinarian and Hospital Manager
Department/Location: Field; locations vary

Compensation: Hourly, based on experience, with benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, ultrasounds, mobile radiographs, emergencies, and euthanasia procedures.
• Assist with blood collection, prepare horses for examinations, and jog horses during pre-purchase and lameness evaluations as directed.
• Gather Coggins information, complete forms, take identification photographs, and document markings.
• Maintain accurate, organized breeding and medical records.
• Enter charges and billing information using ezyVet software.
• Stock and organize veterinary trucks according to veterinarian preferences and unload or reset equipment at the end of the day.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, clients, and administrative staff; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Comfortable working around horses and willing to learn appropriate handling techniques; advanced horse-handling skills are not required.
• Dependable, professional, organized, and able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Takes initiative, anticipates the veterinarian’s needs, and stays one step ahead to help field appointments and the workday run efficiently.
• Flexible with changing schedules, occasional overtime, and emergency calls.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift or carry up to 35 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Horsemanship and horse handling skills.
• Comfortability driving Kentucky backroads in SUVs.

Schedule

• This position begins in January 2027
• Full-time, varying hours; generally, 7am to 4pm, Monday-Friday guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Overtime will be likely during busy breeding season and sales season; must be willing to be flexible on schedule

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$15.75 — $20 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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