Veterinary Assistant - Growth, Training & Benefits

Alliance Animal Health; Norman (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k & matching

HSA

Paid time off

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral program

Job summary

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital in Alabama is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will assist in patient care, triage, collect and analyze lab samples, and support diagnostic imaging to guide treatment plans.

The role requires restraining pets, clear communication with clients, and assistance with anesthesia and surgical preparation. We offer ongoing hands-on training and a collaborative work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Compassionate, calm, team player with strong communication.
• Proficient in restraint and client communication.
• Able to handle lab sample collection and basic diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets as needed and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples and perform radiographs.
• Assist with surgical preparation and anesthesia monitoring.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients and hospital staff.
• Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases.

Skills

Pet restraint

Team player

Strong communicator

Multi-tasking

Compassionate

Safety compliance

Job description

Thunderbird Veterinary Hospital in Alabama is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will assist in patient care, triage, collect and analyze lab samples, and support diagnostic imaging to guide treatment plans.

The role requires restraining pets, clear communication with clients, and assistance with anesthesia and surgical preparation. We offer ongoing hands-on training and a collaborative work environment with comprehensive benefits.