Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Prairie Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our warm, collaborative team! If you're looking for a hospital where your skills are fully utilized and you can explore both traditional and holistic medicine, this could be a great fit. We are a well-established, 6-doctor small animal practice serving the North Prairie community since 1988. Our team is passionate about providing compassionate, comprehensive care, while continuing to grow and evolve with advancements in veterinary medicine.


What You'll Do
• Assist with exams, treatments, and patient care
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab work
• Take radiographs
• Stock rooms/treatment area as needed
• Provide client education and communication
• Maintain accurate medical records

What We're Looking For
• 1+ year experience in veterinary medicine
• 18 years old +
• Strong technical skills and confidence in patient care
• Positive, team-oriented mindset
• Passion for learning and growth

Schedule
• Flexible scheduling options
• Full shifts available
• Rotating Saturdays 8am - 12pm
• Closed most major holidays
• No Sundays

What We Offer
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free mental health benefit options
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive PTO plan + paid holidays
• Uniform allowance
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance
• Generous employee pet discount

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.