Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health is looking for a compassionate Veterinary Assistant at Green Summit Animal Clinic in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The role involves patient restraint, triage of incoming patients, administration of medications, and effective communication with clients regarding treatment plans.

The ideal candidate has at least 1-year of experience, possesses solid communication skills, and is a team player. Our clinic values continuous education and offers various benefits to support staff development.

If you are passionate about animal health and want to contribute to a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred.
• Ability to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and triage incoming patients.
• Administer medications and manage hospitalized cases.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team Player

Multi-Tasker

Strong Communicator

Job description

Join the Green Summit Animal Clinic Team – Where Compassion Meets Excellence

For over 20 years, Green Summit Animal Clinic has proudly served the pets and families of Lee’s Summit and the surrounding communities. We’re passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care and building lasting relationships with our clients. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare that enhances the lives of our patients and supports the families who love them.

We believe that great veterinary care goes hand-in-hand with client education. Many pet owners may feel unsure or overwhelmed when it comes to their pet’s health—and we’re here to change that. Our entire team is committed to making veterinary visits as clear, comfortable, and convenient as possible.

At Green Summit, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and care. Our veterinarians and support staff treat every pet as if they were their own. Through ongoing education and investment in cutting-edge technology, we stay ahead of the curve and bring the best possible care to every patient, every time.

If you're passionate about animal health, thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, and want to work with a team that truly values its people and patients, we’d love to meet you!

Make a meaningful impact—join Green Summit Animal Clinic today.

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 Assistant with 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, and anesthesia 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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.