Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Paid time off & 401(k)

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Bogey Hills Animal Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant for our busy 3 doctor practice. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing professional who excels in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, is passionate about animal care, and is a true team player.

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 4 day work week with rotating Saturdays 8:30a-2:00p. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and lab work, while maintaining upbeat client

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience is required.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
• Empathy: Ability to hold sensitive, emotional conversations with care.
• Communication skills: Clear, professional, and compassionate interpersonal style.
• Organization: Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-savvy: Comfortable with digital tools, scheduling systems, and adapting to new platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion. Fear Free desired.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, follow up communications with clients
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Organization

Tech-savvy

2 years veterinary experience

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Bogey Hills Animal Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant for our busy 3 doctor practice. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing professional who excels in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, is passionate about animal care, and is a true team player.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Quarterly bonus opportunity

Schedule: Mon-Fri. 4 day work week, rotating Saturdays 830a-2p

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion. Fear Free desired.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.

• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, follow up communications with clients
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience is required.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
• Empathy: Ability to hold sensitive, emotional conversations with care.
• Communication skills: Clear, professional, and compassionate interpersonal style.
• Organization: Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech-savvy: Comfortable with digital tools, scheduling systems, and adapting to new platforms.

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. That starts by empowering our care teams. 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
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to 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.