Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Nonprofit high-quality high-volume (HQHV) spay/neuter clinic is seeking for a vet assistant who is excited about making a significant impact on a fast-growing community drowning in homeless animals.

• Responsible for daily care of surgical patients, assisting doctors and veterinary technicians with pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients.
• General cleaning, and training others to utilize our patient care protocols. Our goal is to find ways to remove barriers to spay/neuter.

Clinic opening date is Sept. 15, 2026.

Requirements include:

 Responsible for prepping patients for surgery, observing all clinic procedures, to

enforce sterility and safety of patients.

 General duties in the operating room during surgery, assisting with movement of

patients, recovery of patients, and general flow.

 Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions.

 Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day

 Able to respond appropriately during an emergency, take directions from a

veterinarian and veterinary technician, and maintain competency in CPR

procedures.

 Able to work full days as a kennel assistant or pack assistant as assigned.

 Must be able to use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals.

 Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.

 Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds repeatedly through day with help.

 Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly, have reasonable degree of agility,

and have good range of motion in joints and back.

 Minimum 1 year’s experience preferred.

Benefits:

 Work parttime or fulltime on 4-days a week, 10-hour a day schedule.

 Paid time off for national holidays.

 Discounted vet care for personal pets.

PAALS, a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit, consists of volunteers from Athens, Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur, all working together to tackle the issue of homeless animals in Limestone County and neighboring areas.

Partnership for Animals in Athens/Limestone (PAALS) will promote the health, safety and well-being of dogs and cats in Limestone County and surrounding areas, focusing on low-cost spay/neuter, homeless animals, and innovative outreach programs.

Company Description

PAALS, a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit, consists of volunteers from Athens, Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur, all working together to tackle the issue of homeless animals in Limestone County and neighboring areas.\r\n\r\nPartnership for Animals in Athens/Limestone (PAALS) will promote the health, safety and well-being of dogs and cats in Limestone County and surrounding areas, focusing on low-cost spay/neuter, homeless animals, and innovative outreach programs.