Part-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant

PriorityPet Urgent Care; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401k & 401K matching

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Priority Pet Urgent Care Hammond LA is seeking an experienced veterinary assistant to support triage, restraint, lab work, imaging, medications, and client communication in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

The role requires weekend shifts, a commitment to animal welfare, and opportunities for hands-on training and ongoing development within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary experience required.
• ER/Urgent care experience preferred but not required.
• Must be available to work weekend shifts and be punctual.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples, imaging and anesthesia monitoring.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients and assist in surgery.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Weekend availability

Client communication

Education

2+ years veterinary experience

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory equipment

Medical record management

Job description

Company Description

Looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce that our brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state of the art clinic here in Hammond, LA is now open!
We are available for urgent care pet needs every day from 4 pm – 12 midnight. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets and are currently looking for an additional veterinary assistant to help us achieve that goal!
The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
We look forward to connecting!

• This position will require working weekend shifts*

To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://prioritypethammond.com/

Job Description

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• An experienced veterinary technician, 2+ years professional experience required
• Previous experience in ER / Urgent Care is preferred but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work weekend shifts is required
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

• This position will require working weekend shifts*

Pay Range:

$18 - $20/hr. depending on level of experience

We Offer Our Staff

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation + Shift Differential Opportunities
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/