Mixed Animal Veterinary Assistant or Technician

divh2Mixed Animal Veterinary Assistant or Technician/h2pWilkes County Veterinary Services is a well-established mixed animal veterinary hospital serving Washington, GA and the surrounding rural communities. Our team provides comprehensive care to a wide range of patientsfrom companion animals to livestockdelivering high-quality medicine with a strong focus on client relationships and community impact. This is a dynamic, hands-on role supporting veterinarians across small animal appointments, large animal cases, and on-call emergencies. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment as well as traveling for farm calls, assisting with urgent and routine care for large animals. Participation in the on-call rotation is a key component of this position, supporting emergency care needs for both small and large animal patients outside of standard business hours./ppLocation: Wilkes County Veterinary Services 1093 Lexington Rd, Washington, GA 30673/ph3Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:/h3strongClinical Surgical Support/strongulliAssist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures for both small and large animals/liliPrepare and restrain patients safely for exams, diagnostics, and surgery/liliMonitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures and recovery/li/ulstrongLarge Animal Farm Call Support/strongulliAssist with farm calls and field services, including handling livestock and supporting ambulatory care/liliPrepare equipment and supplies for off-site visits/liliSupport veterinarians during after-hours emergency calls, including large animal cases/li/ulstrongDiagnostics Treatment/strongulliPerform laboratory testing, radiographs, and basic diagnostics/liliAdminister medications, vaccines, and fluids as directed/liliMaintain accurate and detailed patient records/li/ulstrongClient Communication Facility Support/strongulliCommunicate effectively with clients, providing education and updates on patient care/liliMaintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment environment/li/ulh3strongSchedule On-Call Expectations/strong/h3strongClinic Hours:/strongpMonday Friday: 8:00 AM 5:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM 12:30 PM Sunday: Closed/pstrongOn-Call Rotation (Required):/strongulliApproximately 1 night per week or every other week/liliWeekend on-call rotation every 68 weeks/liliIncludes after-hours emergency calls and farm calls, supporting both large and small animal patients/li/ulh3strongSkills Knowledge and Expertise/strong/h3ulliHigh school diploma or equivalent required/lili1+ years of experience in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital preferred/liliExperience with large animals (equine, livestock) strongly preferred/liliCredentialed Veterinary Technicians (LVT, RVT, CVT) encouraged to apply/li/ulh3strongKey Skills Attributes/strong/h3ulliStrong interest in mixed animal veterinary medicine (large and small animal care)/liliConfidence handling both companion animals and livestock/liliComfortable working in a clinical setting and on farms/rural environments/liliAbility to remain calm and effective during emergency and on-call situations/liliStrong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills/liliAbility to lift 40+ lbs and work on your feet for extended periods/liliWillingness to learn, adapt, and support a wide variety of cases/li/ulh3strongWhat We Offer/strong/h3strongCompensation Benefits / What We Offer/strongulliStarting at $14/hour, based on experience/liliHealth, dental, vision, life, and ADD insurance/lili401(k) retirement plan/liliPaid time off (PTO) and holidays/liliEmployee wellness and mental health resources/liliEmployee discounts on veterinary services and products/li/ulstrongProfessional Growth Development/strongulliContinuing education (CE) support and career development opportunities/liliExposure to a diverse caseload across mixed animal veterinary medicine (large and small animal)/liliClear pathways for advancement within a growing network of veterinary hospitals/li/ulstrongHeadStart Program Early Career Veterinary Technicians/strongpWe are proud to support newly credentialed technicians as they transition into practice through our HeadStart Program:/pulliStudent loan repayment assistance for eligible candidates/liliStructured mentorship and hands-on training in a mixed animal setting/liliAccelerated skill development across clinical and field-based care/li/ulstrongEligibility for HeadStart Program:/strongulliGraduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program within the last 3 years/liliSuccessfully passed the VTNE/liliHolds or is eligible for Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) licensure in Georgia/li/ulstrongLicensure Credential Support/strongulliAssistance with LVT licensure fees and renewals/liliSupport for maintaining credentials and advancing technical skills/li/ulstrongEducation Scholarship Opportunities/strongulliAccess to scholarship programs for team members interested in pursuing:/li/ululliVeterinary Technology (LVT pathway)/liliCertified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification/liliPrograms offered through Penn Foster and other accredited partners/li/ulh3strongWhy Join Wilkes County Veterinary Services/strong/h3ulliGain hands-on experience in a true mixed animal practice/liliWork closely with experienced veterinarians across a diverse caseload/liliDevelop skills in both clinical and field-based veterinary medicine/liliBe part of a supportive, team-oriented environment that values mentorship/liliMake a meaningful impact in a close-knit rural community/li/ulh3strongApply Today/strong/h3pIf you are a Veterinary Assistant or Technician looking to build your career in mixed animal medicine, with opportunities to support large animal care, farm calls, and emergency services, we encourage you to apply. Join a team where your versatility, clinical skills, and passion for animal care make a difference every day./ph3strongAbout Wilkes County Veterinary Services/strong/h3pWilkes County Veterinary Services is proud to serve Washington, GA, and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service for dogs, cats, horses, and livestock. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible, and the first step is our wonderful staff. Wilkes County Veterinary Services is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams./pstrongEqual Opportunity Employer Policy/strongpWilkes County Veterinary Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply./ph3strongOur Hiring Process/strong/h3pStage 4: In Person Interview Stage 5: Formal Offer Stage 6: Hired Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Review Stage 3: Phone Interview Stage 4: In Person Interview Stage 5: Formal Offer Stage 6: Hired Find out more/ppNot quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria./ppRegister Your Interest/p/div

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