Veterinary Assistant — Growth, Team Care & Benefits

United Veterinary Care; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K with company match

Medical Insurance

Flexible Spending Account or HealthS

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Fertility and Family Building Support

Team Member Discounts

Paid timeoff

Referral Bonus Program

DailyPay on Demand

Job summary

Bluegrass Animal Hospital in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our medical team. You will work with veterinarians and technicians to support patient care and client service, gaining hands-on experience in a busy hospital.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of veterinary experience, strong communication, calm under pressure, and a collaborative attitude. We offer growth, learning, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to solve problems.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively.
• A team player, have patience and maintain 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 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

Vet experience

Communication skills

Stress management

Team player

Job description

Bluegrass Animal Hospital in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our medical team. You will work with veterinarians and technicians to support patient care and client service, gaining hands-on experience in a busy hospital.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of veterinary experience, strong communication, calm under pressure, and a collaborative attitude. We offer growth, learning, and a supportive environment.