Senior Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity 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

American Veterinary Group in Valdosta, GA, is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional patient care in a busy animal hospital. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians during examinations, managing supplies, and communicating with pet owners.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a veterinary setting and demonstrate professionalism and strong communication skills. This role requires a regular on-site presence and flexibility for weekend shifts.

Benefits include healthcare options, 401k matching, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, and effective communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in the care of animals.
• Help during initial examinations by restraining animals and managing supplies.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.

Skills

Prior Customer Service Experience

Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Job description

Senior Veterinary Assistant

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Azalea City Animal Hospital

Reporting To: Practice Manager

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.

The Senior Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Senior Veterinary Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills may include, but are not limited to, and are subject to state limitations: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Senior Veterinary Assistant’s also 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
• Be 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. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, 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.

Job Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity 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