Veterinary Hospital Assistant

Kanawha Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Kanawha Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital in South Charleston, WV is seeking a compassionate Hospital Assistant to support veterinarians and staff. The role focuses on keeping the hospital clean, organized, and ready to handle emergency cases, with cross-training to assist client service representatives as needed.

The position supports technicians and veterinarians, and requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude are essential.
• Comfortable in a high-stress emergency environment with urgency and composure.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays in an emergency setting.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift animals or equipment as needed.
• Previous animal handling experience will be competitive.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect and sanitize animal handling areas.
• Maintain clean, well-stocked and organized treatment areas, ICU and exam rooms.
• Maintain clean client waiting areas and exterior hospital grounds.
• Assist veterinary technicians and assistants with patient restraint and handling.
• Assist with mortuary duties.
• Surgery, Isolation ward and ICU laundry protocols.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

About the Role:

Kanawha Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Hospital Assistant to join our team in South Charleston, WV. Our hospital assistants provide support to the veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, customer service representatives, and veterinarians in order to keep the hospital clean and odor-free, to reduce the risk of spread of infectious diseases, and to keep the working areas of the hospital organized and well stocked. Hospital assistants are often cross-trained to assist our client service representatives and to help out wherever needed. Pre-vet students, Vet tech students, and anyone who has ever been interested in a career in the veterinary industry, this is the position to get your foot in the door. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for animal care, we want to hear from you!

FULL and PART TIME OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Responsibilities:

• Disinfect and Sanitize animal handling areas
• Maintain clean, well-stocked, and organized treatment areas, ICU, and exam rooms
• Maintain clean client waiting areas and exterior hospital grounds
• Assist veterinary technicians and assistants with patient restraint and handling
• Assist with mortuary duties
• Surgery, Isolation ward, and ICU laundry protocols

Requirements:

• high school diploma or GED
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Comfortable working in a high-stress emergency environment with urgency and composure
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required in an emergency hospital setting
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift animals or equipment as needed
• Candidates with previous animal handling experience such as grooming, kennel attendant, farm work or medical training outside the veterinary field, such as phlebotomy, CNA, pharmacy techs and medical assistants will be competitive applicants for this position

About Us:

Kanawha Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital is a trusted provider of emergency veterinary care serving the South Charleston, WV community and surrounding areas. Pet owners rely on us when it matters most, knowing their beloved companions are in skilled and caring hands. Our team is passionate about what they do, and we foster a supportive workplace culture where every staff member plays a vital role in saving lives.