Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Total Veterinary Care in Buford, GA, a general day practice, is looking for a motivated vet assistant to join our dedicated team. If you are passionate about animal care, client education, and have proven skills as a vet assistant, we want to hear from you!

Hiring range: $16 - $18 per hour, depending on experience and skill-level.

Schedule :

Hospital hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m, Monday through Saturday

• Must be available a minimum of 30 hours each week to be considered full-time

• Must be available to work a rotating Saturday schedule

We are looking for someone who:

• Has at least 1 full year of full-time experience as a veterinary assistant in a general practice, small animal veterinary hospital

• Has the ability to demonstrate : proper restraining techniques, in-house laboratory skills, catheter placement, blood draws, ability to accurately fill prescriptions, etc.

• Has solid soft skills/people skills including: effective communication with clients and fellow team members, problem-solving, work ethic, maturity, time-management, and other interpersonal skills

• Has a solid understanding of preventative medications, medical terminology and calculations, and a passion for client education

• Takes initiative by preparing for each day’s appointments, taking phone calls, setting appointments, taking medical history of patients, assisting veterinarians in surgery, physical exams, and diagnostic workups

• Can demonstrate efficient organization and has the ability to pay attention to multiple detail s by taking initiative and staying motivated to provide excellent service to our clients

• Wants to learn new skills and is focused on using them to advance their careers for the betterment of themselves, their team, and the clients and patients we serve

• Has a positive attitude and is an effective and respectful team player

In return, we provide:

• Excellent benefits and competitive compensation

• A company-wide culture designed to support a true work-life balance and rhythm

• A happy, safe and inclusive work environment

• Professional support and training

• I ntegrity and transparent communication between all team members

• The ability to grow your skills and your career in the veterinary care field

To Apply:

If you have the equivalent of one full year of experience as a vet assistant in a veterinary hospital setting, take pride in your work, and value being part of a genuinely collaborative team, we’d like to connect with you. We’re especially interested in individuals who are motivated to grow, adapt, and contribute to a positive, evolving practice. Apply today and we'll be in touch with you promptly.

TVC Mission Statement:

Total Veterinary Care® works hard to be the most trusted and reliable advocate for pet health by consistently providing exceptional veterinary services. We partner with our clients to provide total wellness care for their pets by identifying and treating their unique needs. Through cutting-edge medical practices, client education, and community outreach, our staff treats each patient and client with integrity and compassion.