Veterinary Assistant — Hands-On Pet Care Specialist

Petvet-Care-Centers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Belle Forest Animal Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support hospital operations with quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients. The role involves patient care, examinations, and assisting with surgeries, while maintaining medical records and supplies.

The hospital highlights a supportive team culture, low turnover, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, parental leave, 401(k), and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Relevant experience in a veterinary setting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.

Skills

Two years of experience as a vet aide

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Belle Forest Animal Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support hospital operations with quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients. The role involves patient care, examinations, and assisting with surgeries, while maintaining medical records and supplies.

The hospital highlights a supportive team culture, low turnover, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, parental leave, 401(k), and