Senior Veterinary Assistant

Senior Veterinary Assistant

Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Senior Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Senior Veterinary Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills may include, but are not limited to, and are subject to state limitations: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Senior Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
• Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Be compassionate/caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Job Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students

About Azalea City Animal Hospital

Azalea City Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor practice that deeply values the human-animal bond. With a dedicated and passionate staff, we are committed to providing the best medical care to our patients, including companion animals, exotics, avian species, and pocket pets. Our facility is equipped with modern technologies such as digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, and cold/therapy laser, enabling us to deliver high-quality veterinary services. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including boarding, daycare, preventative care, internal medicine, and surgery. We have proudly served the Valdosta community for over 30 years with our commitment to compassionate care and excellence.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 2: On-Site Hospital Team Interview Stage 3: Offer Stage 4: Hired Stage 1: Initial Screen

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