Veterinary Assistant

Animal Clinic Downtown; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

401K with company match

Health insurance options

Flexible Spending Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Long Term Disability

Pet care discounts

Referral bonus

DailyPay on Demand

Job summary

St. Matthews Animal Clinic in Louisville, KY is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited general practice. You will work closely with doctors and technicians in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, using cutting-edge equipment to deliver top-notch patient care.

We value growth and offer comprehensive benefits, a supportive team, and opportunities to advance your knowledge in veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Team player with patience and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Animal handling and restraint.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures.
• Obtain health history from clients and document in EMR accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas.
• Restock and organize medical supplies.
• Continuously advance knowledge and skill set.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Stress management

Team player

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital that values your skills, fosters growth, and provides top-tier patient care? St. Matthews Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated team member to join our AAHA-accredited general practice in the heart of Louisville, KY!

At St. Matthews, we take pride in our state-of-the-art facility and commitment to medical excellence. Our well-trained, compassionate team prioritizes client education and innovative medicine to enhance the lives of pets and their families. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work closely with our doctors and technicians in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, utilizingcutting-edge equipment including:

• Digital radiography & dental radiography
• Full in-house laboratory for efficient diagnostics
• CO2 laser & therapeutic laser for advanced surgical and pain management techniques
• Stem Cell Therapy to provide innovative treatment options

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 inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
• Paid holidays
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Health Care insurance plans with 3 tiered options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• Dental insurance; 100% paid premium option for team members
• Vision insurance options
• Complimentary Short-Term Disability
• Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Long Term Disability option
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

St. Matthews Animal Clinic is 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 state and local non-discrimination laws.