Veterinary Assistant

South 31; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on animal care while working in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and teamwork. You will engage in a variety of responsibilities, from patient restraint to surgical preparation, ensuring the health and well-being of pets. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to exceptional client experiences, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their veterinary career in a nurturing setting.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience preferred in veterinary assistance.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage medical cases.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Patient Restraint

Communication Skills

Multi-Tasking

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

Veterinary Assistant Experience

Job description

At South 31 Veterinary Clinic, we don’t just practice veterinary medicine—we live it, breathe it, and pour our hearts into it every single day. Since 1977, we’ve been a pillar in our community, earning our place as a trusted, neighborhood clinic with deep roots and a big heart. We thrive on teamwork, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to providing top[1]notch care. Here, no one is just a title—we believe in cross-training, skill-building, and creating well-rounded veterinary professionals who can confidently step into any role. While we may be a small clinic, we make a big impact by focusing on what truly matters: exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage 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

• An experienced Veterinary Assistantwith a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, andanesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• 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 background check.

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