Veterinary Assistant

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Veterinary Assistant

Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital that values your skills, fosters growth, and provides top-tier patient care? St. Matthews Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated team member to join our AAHA-accredited general practice in the heart of Louisville, KY !

At St. Matthews, we take pride in our state-of-the-art facility and commitment to medical excellence. Our well-trained, compassionate team prioritizes client education and innovative medicine to enhance the lives of pets and their families. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work closely with our doctors and technicians in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, utilizingcutting-edge equipment including:

• Digital radiography & dental radiography

• Full in-house laboratory for efficient diagnostics

• CO2 laser & therapeutic laser for advanced surgical and pain management techniques

• Stem Cell Therapy to provide innovative treatment options

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Animal handling and restraint

• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures

• Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record

• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas

• Restock and organize medical supplies

• Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications: 

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve

• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively

• A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Benefits and Perks: 

• Paid Time Off inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation

• Paid holidays

• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment

• Health Care insurance plans with 3 tiered options

• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options

• Dental insurance; 100% paid premium option for team members

• Vision insurance options

• Complimentary Short-Term Disability

• Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family

• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program

• Long Term Disability option

• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care

• Referral Bonus Program

• DailyPay on Demand

St. Matthews Animal Clinic is a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. 

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.