Experienced Veterinary Assistant
🐾 Veterinary Assistant
Pewee Valley Veterinary Center | $19–$22/hour
Are you a Veterinary Assistant who loves being part of the action? ?🐾
Pewee Valley Veterinary Center is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! We’re looking for someone who is confident in a clinical setting and brings 2+ years of experience with surgery preparation and monitoring, as well as dental cleanings.
If you enjoy supporting a busy veterinary team, caring for patients, and putting your skills to work every day, we’d love to meet you!
? What You’ll Bring
- 2+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience
- Hands-on experience with surgery preparation and monitoring
- Experience assisting with and performing dental cleanings
- A strong understanding of patient safety and quality care
- A positive, team-oriented attitude
- Excellent communication and attention to detail
- A genuine love for animals and the people who care for them ❤️
🐾 What You’ll Do
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures
- Monitor patients before, during, and after surgery
- Assist the veterinary team during procedures
- Perform and assist with dental cleanings
- Provide compassionate patient care and monitoring
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment
- Support the doctors and veterinary team wherever needed
⏰ Schedule
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
💰 Compensation
$19–$22/hour, based on experience
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Pewee Valley Veterinary Center, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills, grow your experience, and be part of a team that values excellent patient care and teamwork.
If you’re an experienced VA who enjoys surgery, dentistry, and being an important part of the patient-care team, we’d love to hear from you!
🐾 Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join the Pewee Valley Veterinary Center team!
Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant
- Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
- Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
- Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
- Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
- Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.