Veterinary Assistant - Clinical Support & Growth

Alliance Animal Health; Bedford (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Liability insurance

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care to a variety of patients, with duties ranging from clinical tasks to client communication.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience, strong restraint and lab skills, and a focus on compassionate patient care. Weekend shifts may be required; we offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Confident in restraint, lab work, and assisting with procedures.
• Weekend availability (some shifts).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong multitasking and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with preventative care, surgical support, and clinic flow.
• Bonus: proficiency in lab processing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Team-player mentality and willingness to support wherever needed.
• Self-starter with desire to learn and grow.
• Open to constructive feedback and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain pets using low-stress techniques.
• Triage and intake of incoming patients.
• Collect lab samples and process them.
• Assist with radiographs and diagnostic imaging.
• Administer medications and monitor patients.
• Support nursing care for hospitalized cases.
• Prepare patients and instruments for surgery; assist procedures.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia.
• Communicate treatment plans and updates to clients with compassion.
• Handle exposure to odors, noises, and potentially contagious conditions.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

Radiographs equipment

Laboratory equipment

Anesthesia monitoring tools

Job description

Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care to a variety of patients, with duties ranging from clinical tasks to client communication.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience, strong restraint and lab skills, and a focus on compassionate patient care. Weekend shifts may be required; we offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.