Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Westside Veterinary Hospital; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Westside Veterinary Hospital in Mobile, AL is seeking a veterinary assistant to support our growing team. You will assist with patient restraint, sample collection, laboratory tests, radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, and day-to-day nursing care.

We value compassion, teamwork, clear communication, and a strong work ethic. This full-time or part-time role offers ongoing training, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a welcoming, client-focused clinic.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1+ years experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, andanesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples and communicate results.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and radiographs.
• Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases.
• Assist with anesthetic management and surgical preparation.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly with clients.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Pet Restraint

Laboratory Tests

Radiographs

Anesthesia Monitoring

Tools

Radiography (X-ray)

Job description

Westside Veterinary Hospital is a leading full-service veterinary clinic dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in the Mobile area. Our team of skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to animals in need. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment for both pets and their owners, with a focus on preventative care and wellness.

Our facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment tools, ensuring we can provide the best care possible for our patients. Whether we’re performing routine checkups or specialized treatments, we strive to exceed the expectations of pet owners and provide comfort and support during every stage of a pet’s life.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistantwith a minimum of 1+ years experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, andanesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

Position type: Full-time OR Part-time

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.