Senior Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Six (6) weeks of paid parental leave

One (1) work/life balance day off

Short‑term and long‑term disability options

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted veterinary care

Scrub allowance

Hands‑on and e‑training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective veterinary technician students

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Acworth, Georgia, is seeking a Full‑Time Senior Veterinary Assistant. The role involves assisting veterinarians in animal care, stocking examination rooms, and performing technical tasks. Ideal candidates must have prior animal hospital experience and be willing to work flexible hours. Competitive benefits include health care plans, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting.
• Demonstrates professionalism and dependability.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in the care of animals.
• Help during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies.
• Sterilize tools and ensure equipment is in working order.
• Perform technical tasks such as venipuncture and administering medications.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.

Job description

Senior Veterinary Assistant – American Veterinary Group (AVG)

Our hospital is seeking a Full‑Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast‑paced, multi‑doctor animal hospital.

Department: General Practice Hospitals
Location: Acworth Animal Hospital

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in the care of animals.
• Help during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies.
• Sterilize tools and ensure equipment is in working order.
• Perform technical tasks such as venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration & monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education.
• Communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi‑task in a hands‑on environment.
• Energetic people‑and‑pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills.
• Compassionate/caring.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting.
• This position requires regular on‑site presence as an essential function of the role. In‑person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time‑sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well‑being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior customer service experience.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Six (6) weeks of paid parental leave
• One (1) work/life balance day off
• Short‑term and long‑term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted veterinary care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands‑on and e‑training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective veterinary technician students

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