Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off for holidays and sick days

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is hiring Veterinary Assistants at Mason Family Pet Hospital, a fast-paced, multi-doctor veterinary practice in Kentucky. The role supports patient care, monitors animals, and maintains hospital cleanliness.

Ideal candidates are team players who can handle animals in distress and are comfortable with physical demands. Competitive pay of $14-$18 hourly based on experience, with excellent benefits including health insurance and 401k matching. Join us in providing quality care for pets!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• 1+ years of experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid in their recovery.
• Maintain inventory and clean areas of the hospital.
• Administer medications under supervision.

Skills

Multitasking

Team Player

Handling stressed animals

Physical capability to lift 40 lbs

Job description

Overview

Mason Family Pet Hospital is currently seeking to hire Veterinary Assistants to help support our fast paced, multi doctor veterinary practice. Over the past 20 years, we have served the Mason community by providing the highest quality of care to our patients and an excellent experience to our clients. We are aware of the stress that comes with working in the veterinary field and we pride ourselves on our ability to provide a fun, relaxed, and supportive atmosphere for our team members. If you share our love for pets and people, we would love to speak with you!

We are open to both full and part time candidates. Preference given to full-time candidates, with experience in a veterinary setting being a plus.

Why choose Mason Family Pet Hospital?

• Great Atmosphere – We work together as a team and believe in supporting each other to ensure the success of the hospital as a whole. We always take our job seriously, but not always ourselves!
• Competitive Pay – In addition to offering a competitive hourly rate, our full-time team members are also eligible for quarterly bonuses through our Site Incentive Plan bonus program!
• Excellent Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, and additional protections included for all full-time team members as well as complimentary wellness programs such as Talk Space and SupportLinc services. 401k program with company match available to all team members.
• Flexible Schedule – Closing at 6PM through the week, limited Saturday hours and no Sundays ensures that you have the time you need away from work to relax and recover. Full-time team members also enjoy paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and even paid time off for your birthday!
• Generous Employee Discounts – All regular employees are eligible to receive our employee discount, which includes discounts on goods and services ranging from 20% - 100% off, annual scrub & uniform allowances, and even generous partner discounts at local emergency clinics!
• Continued Growth – We believe in the importance of continuing to train & educate our team, whether it be through lunch and learn opportunities with our vendor partners or mentorship with our senior staff members. We also offer sponsorship opportunities to our employees through our Penn Foster partnership program.

Job Description Overview

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets; assist in caring for animals after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims.
• Aid with routine diagnostic tests (e.g., taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal).
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital.
• Administer medications under veterinarian/vet tech supervision.
• Feeding/bathing animals.
• Answering phones and helping reception as needed.
• Helping clients with their pets.

Skills & Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Willing to be cross-trained to reception and scheduled there as needed.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Highly prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (assistance available for lifting animals over 40 lbs). Should be able to lift 40 lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods; often works in a bent or squatting position.
• Works well with all levels of hospital team members.

Compensation

• Base hourly rate of $14.00-$18.00 DOE
• Eligible for periodic bonus (where applicable)

Example of possible benefits that are to be included, if applicable

• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we\'re committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado\'s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.