Experienced Veterinary Assistant — Growth-Driven Small Animal

NVA General Practice; Robertsdale (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Baldwin Veterinary Hospital in Robertsdale, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing small animal practice. You will work closely with our veterinarians and support team throughout patient visits and procedures.

We value hands-on clinical experience, compassion, teamwork, and excellent client service as we provide high-quality care for dogs and cats. Weekend rotations and full/part-time options are available to support our patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary hospital experience is strongly preferred.
• 1 Hands-on clinical Veterinary Assistant experience preferred.
• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) are encouraged to apply.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Ability to thrive in a busy hospital environment.
• Excellent client communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Collect patient histories and vital signs.
• Restrain and handle dogs and cats safely.
• Assist with sample collection and basic lab work.
• Support digital radiography and diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery.
• Provide nursing care to hospitalized and post-operative patients.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Maintain sterile instruments and accurate patient records.
• Keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Communicate with pet owners compassionately.
• Support boarding and hospitalized patients during weekend rotations.

Skills

Veterinary hands-on experience

Team player

Compassionate patient care

Client service

Communication skills

Education

LVT encouraged

Tools

Digital radiography equipment

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Central Baldwin Veterinary Hospital in Robertsdale, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing small animal practice. You will work closely with our veterinarians and support team throughout patient visits and procedures.

We value hands-on clinical experience, compassion, teamwork, and excellent client service as we provide high-quality care for dogs and cats. Weekend rotations and full/part-time options are available to support our patients and staff.