Veterinary Assistant

Abqpetcarehospital

Highland Manor (AL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Staff bonus program

Tuition assistance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employee Pet Discounts

Job summary

Animal Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. The position requires at least two years of veterinary experience and focuses on patient care, assisting with treatments, and inventory management. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid vacation, and tuition assistance for veterinary technician licensing. Join us to contribute to a high-quality veterinary service while enjoying a vibrant college town atmosphere.

Qualifications

Two years minimum veterinary experience required.
Strong desire to learn and be helpful in a team.
Self-motivated and comfortable multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care and treatment.
Monitor hospitalized pets and assist after surgery.
Maintain inventory and clean treatment areas.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Patient handling skills

Team player

Job description

Animal Medical Center is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We are a high volume small animal practice located in Tuscaloosa, AL. Live and work in the home of the Crimson Tide! In addition to the nightlife of a college town, Tuscaloosa offers scenic hiking opportunities, concerts at the Amphitheater, excellent schools, and we are just a few hours from world class Gulf Coast beaches.

We are a 4‑doctor practice that offers small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry with dental X‑ray, behavior consultations, and other veterinary services including care for small mammals. At AMC, we encourage our staff to progress clinically through continual education and training while working with our exceptional veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to offering excellent care for our patients with a Fear Free approach.

Qualifications

Veterinary Assistant. Two years minimum veterinary experience. The right candidate must possess a pleasant professional attitude as well as a strong desire to learn and be helpful as part of a larger team. They must be self‑motivated, a team player, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Candidates should be comfortable multi‑tasking and able to be active all day and friendly with animals and their people. Excellent client communication and patient‑handling skills are required.

Job Duties

Patient restraint to assist Veterinary Technicians & senior veterinary assistants and doctors.
Assist with patient care and treatment.
Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in caring for animals after surgery.
Maintain inventory and stock.
Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
Aid with routine diagnostic tests (e.g., taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecals).
Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of the hospital.
Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
Feed/bathe animals as needed.
Transport patients within the clinic or to their owners; check clients out; review medications with clients; clean; stock; medicate hospitalized patients.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience.

Animal Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment drug screen required.

Animal Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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