Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

NVA General Practice; Joelton (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NVA General Practice in United States is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians with exams, treatments, and client education. You will help restrain animals, prepare exam rooms, maintain sterile instruments, and keep accurate medical records while delivering compassionate care.

The role requires reliable transportation, ability to lift 50 pounds, and willingness to work with both companion animals and livestock. Training is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Mixed animal experience is a plus; training available for the right candidate.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work with both companion animals and livestock.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians with patient examinations and treatments
• Safely restraining and handling small and large animal patients
• Preparing exam rooms and surgical suites
• Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining instruments and equipment
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Providing exceptional client service and education
• Assisting with inventory, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized hospital
• Assisting with both in-clinic appointments and farm calls

Skills

Vet assistant exp

Mixed animal exp

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians with patient examinations and treatments
• Safely restraining and handling small and large animal patients
• Preparing exam rooms and surgical suites
• Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining instruments and equipment
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Providing exceptional client service and education
• Assisting with inventory, stocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized hospital
• Assisting with both in-clinic appointments and farm calls

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary assistant experience preferred
• Mixed animal experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work with both companion animals and livestock