Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package (up to $500)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

Hillside Veterinary Associates is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care in Covington, LA. The role offers diverse duties from exams, treatment setup, radiology, and outpatient procedures to maintaining records and client communication.

The position is full-time with a flexible schedule (5/8 or 4/10) and benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and pet discounts.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in veterinary assistant or related role preferred.
• Ability to safely restrain dogs and cats of varying sizes.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology.
• Experience assisting with exams, treatments, surgery setup and assisting, radiology, and outpatient procedures.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy, SQ injections, laboratory sample collection, and inpatient nursing care.
• Ability to collect patient histories, weights and vital signs, and maintain records.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate communication with clients and team, dependable work ethic.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, stand, and restrain patients.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Vet terminology

Exam & surgery support

Radiology assistance

Phlebotomy & injections

Medical records

Vital signs collection

Multitasking

Client communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Patient restraint

Job description

Hillside Veterinary Associates is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $13-18 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 5/8 or 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday with rotating weekends and holidays.

Full-time Benefits Package*

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care
  • Experience assisting with exams, treatments, surgery setup and assisting, radiology, and outpatient procedures
  • Proficiency in phlebotomy, SQ injections, laboratory sample collection, and inpatient nursing care
  • Ability to collect patient histories, obtain weights and vital signs, and maintain accurate medical records
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Compassionate communication with clients and team members, with a collaborative and dependable work ethic
  • Physical ability to lift, bend, stand for extended periods, and safely restrain patients
  • Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and client service

About Us

Hillside Veterinary Associates is a well-established, full-service, three-doctor practice dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the Covington community. Our hospital is equipped with modern technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory diagnostics, a dedicated surgical suite, and a fully equipped dental area, supporting comprehensive patient care. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture where every role is valued and contributes to the success of the hospital. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, values teamwork, and takes pride in contributing to both patient comfort and hospital excellence.

#SPO

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$13—$18 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.