Full-Time Vet Assistant — Care, Collaboration, Benefits

30th Street Animal Hospital; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

30th Street Animal Hospital in Indianapolis seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, techs, and staff in examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

You will handle animals safely, maintain rooms, run basic lab tests, administer meds under supervision, and communicate with owners. The role follows a four-day week with rotating Saturday shifts; comprehensive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
• Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
• Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
• Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

Skills

Animal handling

Medical assistance

Veterinary equipment use

Record keeping

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Disinfection techniques

Job description

30th Street Animal Hospital in Indianapolis seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians, techs, and staff in examinations, treatments, and surgeries.

You will handle animals safely, maintain rooms, run basic lab tests, administer meds under supervision, and communicate with owners. The role follows a four-day week with rotating Saturday shifts; comprehensive benefits apply.