Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Indianapolis, IN, us Full-time
What You’ll Do:
- Safely restrain pets and assist with patient triage.
- Collect samples and process laboratory tests.
- Assist with diagnostic imaging and radiographs.
- Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients.
- Administer medications and monitor patient progress.
- Prepare patients for surgery and assist during procedures.
- Support anesthesia administration and monitoring.
- Communicate with clients about medical histories and treatment plans.
We’re Looking For:
- At least one year of Veterinary Assistant experience is required.
- Previous anesthesia experience is required.
- Strong pet-handling and restraint skills.
- A compassionate, calm, team-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
- Experience with sample collection, laboratory testing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a plus.
- A self-starter eager to learn and grow professionally.
Candidates must have at least one year of Veterinary Assistant experience and prior anesthesia experience. This hands-on role requires working with animals, standing for extended periods, and potential exposure to animal waste, odors, noise, bites, scratches, and infectious diseases.
Pay Range: $17-$20/hr
We offer our staff:
- Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
- Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
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