Veterinary Technician Assistant

Animal Health Care Center; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local veterinary practice in Madison, Alabama, is looking for a Veterinary Technician Assistant to provide high-quality care for patients. This position involves assisting veterinarians, performing laboratory tests, and offering compassionate care to animals and their owners. Candidates with previous veterinary experience are preferred, but motivated newcomers are welcome as well. The practice emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a supportive work environment. Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends and be capable of handling physical tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician is preferred.
• Ability to work rotating weekend shifts and clinical hours.
• Ability to handle physical tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during routine exams and treatments.
• Safely restraining animals and drawing blood.
• Providing compassionate care to animals and clients.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Animal Health Care Center is a small animal practice focused on high‑quality patient care and we are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team. We welcome both experienced technicians and motivated individuals new to the field who are eager to learn and grow in veterinary medicine.

At Animal Health Care Center, we value teamwork, communication, and continuous learning. Our goal is to provide excellent care for our patients while fostering a positive and supportive workplace for our staff.

Position Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during routine exams and treatments
• Safely restraining animals
• Drawing blood and running laboratory tests
• Assisting with surgical procedures
• Providing compassionate care to patients and clients
• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician is preferred. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

Work Requirements

• Availability to work clinic hours between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, including rotating weekend shifts
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs independently and assist with team lifting up to 150 lbs using proper equipment and techniques
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 4 hours at a time) while performing clinical and computer‑based tasks
• Ability to move confidently throughout the clinic and handle physical tasks in a fast‑paced environment