Veterinary Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary facility in Louisville, KY as a Veterinary Assistant. Play a crucial role in patient care, working alongside a dedicated team. Enjoy a supportive environment that promotes learning and career growth, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K with company match

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Complimentary Short-Term Disability

Complimentary Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Team Member Discounts for Pet Care

Referral Bonus Program

DailyPay on Demand

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Animal handling and restraint.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Player

Stress Management

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Description

Position at Gailor Animal Hospital

Veterinary Assistant

Gailor Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Louisville, KY!
Our Veterinary Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care and client service. You will work closely with doctors and technicians to increase the efficiency of our hospital as well as the level of care we provide as a team. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession!

We are a full-service veterinary medical facility proudly serving the Louisville community. Our professional team seeks to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for our highly valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients.

If this sounds like a great fit for you, apply today!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Animal handling and restraint
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures
• Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas
• Restock and organize medical supplies
• Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve
• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
• A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid time off including sick, personal, and vacation
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance with multiple options
• Complimentary Short-Term Disability
• Complimentary Life Insurance; options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Long Term Disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
• LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX HEALTHCARE
• Sword Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Program
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable laws.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services

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