Mixed Animal Veterinary Assistant or Technician

Wilkes County Veterinary Services PC

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 29,000 - 42,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and paid holidays

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Continuing education support

LVT licensure assistance

Scholarships and education programs

Job summary

Wilkes County Veterinary Services in Washington, GA is a true mixed animal veterinary hospital seeking a Veterinary Technician or Assistant. You will support veterinarians in hospital, on farm calls, and during after-hours emergencies across small and large animals.

The role offers hands-on experience in clinical and field settings, with a close-knit team serving a rural Georgia community and opportunities for growth through HeadStart and LVT-credential support.

Qualifications

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
1+ year veterinary clinic/animal care experience preferred.
Large-animal experience strongly preferred (livestock/equine).
License or licensure-eligible (LVT) encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures for small and large animals.
Support anesthesia, surgery, and patient recovery.
Perform or assist with lab tests, radiographs, vaccines, and fluid therapy.

Skills

High school diploma

1+ year experience

Large-animal experience

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

LVT credentials encouraged

Animal handling & restraint

Emergency/on-call calmness

Communication & teamwork

Ability to lift 40+ lbs

Mixed-animal caseload

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mixed Animal Veterinary Assistant or Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Washington, Georgia

Description

Join a True Mixed Animal Practice and Grow Your Veterinary Career

Wilkes County Veterinary Services is a well-established mixed animal veterinary hospital serving Washington, GA and surrounding rural communities. Our team provides care for companion animals, livestock, and other large-animal patients, offering a hands-on opportunity to build skills across both clinical and field-based veterinary medicine.

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who enjoys variety, is comfortable working with both small and large animals, and wants to be part of a close-knit team serving the local community.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

This is a hands-on mixed animal veterinary position supporting veterinarians in the hospital, on farm calls, and during after-hours emergencies.

Clinical & Surgical Support

Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures for small and large animals
Safely handle and restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment
Assist with anesthesia, surgical procedures, and patient recovery
Perform or assist with laboratory testing, radiographs, medication, vaccines, and fluid therapy
Maintain accurate patient records and support daily hospital workflow

Large Animal & Farm Call Support

Assist with farm calls and ambulatory veterinary services
Handle livestock and other large-animal patients safely and confidently
Prepare equipment, medications, and supplies for off-site visits
Support veterinarians with routine and emergency large-animal cases

Client & Team Support

Communicate professionally with clients and provide updates on patient care
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area
Work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff in a fast-paced environment

Schedule & On-Call Expectations

Clinic Hours:

Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:30 PM

Sunday: Closed

On-Call Rotation – Required

Approximately 1 night per week or every other week
Weekend on-call approximately every 6–8 weeks
Includes after-hours emergency and farm calls for both small and large animals

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ year of veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or animal care experience preferred
Large-animal experience strongly preferred, including livestock or equine
Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, or similar hands-on animal care experience
Those with Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials encouraged to apply
Strong animal handling, restraint, patient-care, and teamwork skills
Comfortable working in a veterinary hospital, farm, and rural field environment
Able to remain calm and effective during emergency and on-call situations
Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to lift 40+ lbs. and remain active/on your feet for extended periods
Willingness to learn and work with a diverse mixed-animal caseload

What We Offer

Starting pay: $14/hour+, Commiserate on experience and technical abilities

Full-time benefits include:

Health, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan
PTO and paid holidays
Employee wellness and mental health resources
Employee discounts on veterinary services and products
Continuing education and career development support
LVT licensure fee and renewal assistance for credentialed technicians
Scholarship opportunities for eligible education and certification programs for those interested in following either Veterinary Technology or leadership pathways.

HeadStart Program for Early-Career Veterinary Technicians

Newly credentialed Veterinary Technicians may be eligible for our HeadStart Program, which provides:

Student loan repayment assistance
Structured mentorship and hands-on training
Accelerated development of clinical and field-based skills

HeadStart eligibility: Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program within the last 3 years, passed the VTNE, and holds or is eligible for Georgia LVT licensure.

Why Join Wilkes County Veterinary Services?