Flexible Full-Time Vet Assistant - Patient Care & Surgery

South Shreveport Animal Hospital; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package up to $500 depending on

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

South Shreveport Animal Hospital in Shreveport, LA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support client and patient care across hospital services. We value a versatile assistant who enjoys variety and developing a well-rounded skillset in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 schedule, with Monday–Friday hours and rotating Saturdays, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Assisting exams/treatments

Patient histories & vitals

Medical records documentation

Time management & multitasking

Job description

South Shreveport Animal Hospital in Shreveport, LA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support client and patient care across hospital services. We value a versatile assistant who enjoys variety and developing a well-rounded skillset in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 schedule, with Monday–Friday hours and rotating Saturdays, plus a comprehensive benefits package.