Experienced Veterinary Assistant | Sign-On Bonus + Growth

Trooper Veterinary Hospital Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k)

Team Member Discounts

Calm app access

Job summary

Trooper Veterinary Hospital, part of PetVet Care Centers, is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a hospital setting. The role focuses on patient care, exams, medications, and documentation to support veterinarians and ensure compassionate service.

Applicants should be 18+, hold a High School diploma or GED, and demonstrate animal handling and veterinary knowledge, plus capabilities in dental cleaning, intubation, catheter placement, radiography, and surgical

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Animal handling and safe restraint skills and veterinary knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by examining and reviewing care plans and records.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, administering medications, vaccines, and wound care.
• Assist during examinations and surgeries by preparing supplies and restraining patients as directed.
• Maintain medical records and update databases with patient information.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.

Skills

Animal handling

Restraint skills

Veterinary medical knowledge

Intubation

Catheter placement

Dental cleaning

X-ray & imaging

Surgical monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Trooper Veterinary Hospital, part of PetVet Care Centers, is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a hospital setting. The role focuses on patient care, exams, medications, and documentation to support veterinarians and ensure compassionate service.

Applicants should be 18+, hold a High School diploma or GED, and demonstrate animal handling and veterinary knowledge, plus capabilities in dental cleaning, intubation, catheter placement, radiography, and surgical