Veterinary Assistant: Make a Difference Daily

East Ridge Animal Hospital; East Ridge, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

East Ridge Animal Hospital in East Ridge, TN invites a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced, family-oriented team dedicated to improving the lives of small animals and exotic pets. You'll participate in patient care from intake to recovery, assist in exams, vaccines, radiology, and surgeries, and communicate clearly with pet owners to support outstanding client service.

This role offers hands-on training, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment with benefits and

Qualifications

• Reliable, positive team player with a strong work ethic.
• Punctual and ready to jump into a fast-paced day.
• At least 1 year of veterinary experience required.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on excellent client service.
• Ability to accurately interpret medical records and capture patient history.
• Working knowledge of preventative care, surgery support, and hospital flow.
• Confident, low-stress animal handling and restraint skills.
• Experience collecting and processing lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin).
• Comfortable assisting with radiographs.
• Self-motivated and eager to keep learning and growing.
• Open to feedback and committed to team efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal restraint, triage, and patient care.
• Collect lab samples and support diagnostic imaging.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications and assist in surgery and anesthesia.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners.

Skills

Animal handling

Team player

Communication skills

1 year veterinary experience

Client service

Lab sample collection

Job description

East Ridge Animal Hospital in East Ridge, TN invites a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced, family-oriented team dedicated to improving the lives of small animals and exotic pets. You'll participate in patient care from intake to recovery, assist in exams, vaccines, radiology, and surgeries, and communicate clearly with pet owners to support outstanding client service.

This role offers hands-on training, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment with benefits and