Veterinary Assistant - Hands-on Care & Growth Opportunities

Animal Care Clinic North; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant with at least 6 months of veterinary experience to join our growing team. This role supports veterinarians and technicians, providing quality patient care and assisting with medical procedures in a fast-paced hospital.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, maintains a clean and organized hospital, and is dedicated to client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working in a veterinary hospital.
• Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal handling.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and treatments
• Safely restrain pets for exams, blood draws, radiography, nail trims and other procedures
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and accurate weights
• Prepare surgical patients and assist with anesthesia and recovery as directed
• Maintain accurate medical records

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Team player

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant with at least 6 months of veterinary experience to join our growing team. This position supports our veterinarians and credentialed technicians by providing quality patient care, assisting with medical procedures, maintaining a clean and organized hospital, and delivering exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for animal health and client care.

If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn and make a difference, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations and treatments
• Safely restrain pets for exams, blood draws, radiography, nail trims and other procedures
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and accurate weights
• Prepare surgical patients and assist with anesthesia and recovery as directed
• Maintain accurate medical records

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working in a veterinary hospital
• Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal handling
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

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.