Veterinary Technician - Non-Credentialed
Veterinary Assistant – Grow Your Career with Animal Medical Center - Tuscaloosa!
Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant with a passion for growth? Ready to take the next step toward becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)?
The Animal Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, AL, is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant with at least 2 years of experience to join our exceptional team. We are committed to supporting your career development, including financial assistance, clinical training, and personalized mentorship to help you achieve your LVT goals.
Why Choose Us?
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Support for Your Future:
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Financial assistance for veterinary technician school.
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Hands-on clinical training to develop essential skills.
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Mentorship from experienced LVTs and DVMs to guide your journey.
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Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly Certified: Join a team that prioritizes low-stress handling and ensures a positive environment for pets and staff alike.
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Award-Winning Care: Voted Tuscaloosa’s Best of 2024 for customer satisfaction by the Better Business Bureau.
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Technician-Focused Culture: As you grow, you'll be fully utilized and supported in advancing your skills and pursuing your passions.
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Community Impact: Work with a hospital that gives back through TNR programs and volunteer clinics.
About the Role
As a Veterinary Assistant, you will:
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Assist veterinarians and LVTs with appointments, patient care, and medical treatments.
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Develop your clinical skills to prepare for an LVT role.
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Play an active role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based medicine in a collaborative environment.
Schedule:
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Flexible options, including 4 10-hour shifts or 3 full days and 2 half days, with rotating weekends.
Compensation and Benefits
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Competitive Pay: $15–$16/hour based on experience.
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Full Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and more.
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Additional Perks:
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Uniform allowance.
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Pet care discounts after 90 days.
Why Tuscaloosa?
Located just an hour from Birmingham, Tuscaloosa offers a vibrant lifestyle:
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Entertainment and Culture: Enjoy Crimson Tide football, the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, and the Symphony Orchestra.
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Outdoor Adventures: Explore hiking trails and nearby lakes for fishing, boating, and swimming.
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Prime Location: A short drive to cities like Atlanta, Nashville, and New Orleans, or the beaches of the Gulf Shore.
Find your perfect balance of career growth and quality of life in Tuscaloosa, AL!
Join a Team That Cares
At Animal Medical Center - Tuscaloosa, we are passionate about fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. We prioritize respect, teamwork, and professional development, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered.
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?
Apply today to join a hospital that’s committed to helping you grow, supporting your aspirations, and celebrating your achievements. Let’s achieve greatness together!
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us: